What is the cheapest way to get from Ireland to Kilrea?

The cheapest way to get from Ireland to Kilrea is to train which costs £22 - £35 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ireland to Kilrea?

The fastest way to get from Ireland to Kilrea is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ireland and Kilrea?

No, there is no direct bus from Ireland to Kilrea. However, there are services departing from Grand Parade and arriving at Church Street via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street 2 and Ballymena Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Ireland to Kilrea?

The distance between Ireland and Kilrea is 161 miles. The road distance is 129 miles.

How do I travel from Ireland to Kilrea without a car?

The best way to get from Ireland to Kilrea without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £22 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Ireland to Kilrea?

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Ireland to Kilrea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ireland to Kilrea bus from?

Ireland to Kilrea bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Train or bus from Ireland to Kilrea?

The best way to get from Ireland to Kilrea is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Ireland to Kilrea bus arrive?

Ireland to Kilrea bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Can I drive from Ireland to Kilrea?

Yes, the driving distance between Ireland to Kilrea is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Ireland to Kilrea.

Where can I stay near Kilrea?

There are 240+ hotels available in Kilrea.

Ireland to Kilrea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 19 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ireland to Kilrea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Central1_Dn->Gc
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymena1_Gc->Ly / ...
5h 49m
£22–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centre705x
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena Bus Station218 / ...
6h 41m
Drive 128.3 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Kilrea128.3 mi
2h 39m
£32–46
Line 19 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merrion Square South to Dublin Airport Zone 1119 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Bus Stand 11X1 / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymena
6h 43m

Ireland to Kilrea by train and bus

45Weekly Services

5h 49mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ireland to Kilrea.

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Distance: 160.3 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Ireland and Kilrea, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Dublin Pearse to Church Street via Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, Ballymena, and Ballymena Bus Station in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Parade to Church Street via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street 2, and Ballymena Bus Station in around 6h 41m.

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