What is the cheapest way to get from Kells to Swords?

The cheapest way to get from Kells to Swords is to bus and line 197 bus which costs €9 - €13 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kells to Swords?

The fastest way to get from Kells to Swords is to drive which takes 51 min and costs €10 - €15.

Is there a direct bus between Kells and Swords?

No, there is no direct bus from Kells to Swords. However, there are services departing from Kells and arriving at Rathbeale Road via Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Kells to Swords?

The distance between Kells and Swords is 73 km. The road distance is 60.1 km.

How do I travel from Kells to Swords without a car?

The best way to get from Kells to Swords without a car is to bus which takes 1h 58m and costs €11 - €15.

How long does it take to get from Kells to Swords?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Kells to Swords, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kells to Swords bus from?

Kells to Swords bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Kells station.

Where does the Kells to Swords bus arrive?

Kells to Swords bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Kells to Swords?

Yes, the driving distance between Kells to Swords is 60 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Kells to Swords.

Where can I stay near Swords?

There are 1183+ hotels available in Swords.

Kells to Swords - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and line 197 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Kells to Swords by bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kells to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 109A
1h 58m
€11–15
Bus, line 197 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kells to Ashbournebus 109A
2. Take the bus from Ashbourne to Swords Castlebus 197
2h 16m
€10–13
Drive 60.1 km
1. Drive from Kells to Swordscar 60.1 km
51 min
€11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kells to Swordstaxi 60.1 km
51 min
€90–110

Kells to Swords by bus

168Weekly Buses

1h 58mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 72.7 km
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Kells, IE-MH, Ireland and Swords, Ireland?

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Kells to Terminal 2 Zone 19 hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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