What is the cheapest way to get from Kildare to Bandon?

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Bandon is to train and bus which costs €28 - €45 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kildare to Bandon?

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Bandon is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Bandon?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Bandon. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Bandon via Aston Quay and Cork Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Kildare to Bandon?

The distance between Kildare and Bandon is 248 km. The road distance is 230.6 km.

How do I travel from Kildare to Bandon without a car?

The best way to get from Kildare to Bandon without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 30m and costs €28 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Kildare to Bandon?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Kildare to Bandon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Bandon bus from?

Kildare to Bandon bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare Village station.

Where does the Kildare to Bandon bus arrive?

Kildare to Bandon bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Can I drive from Kildare to Bandon?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Bandon is 231 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Kildare to Bandon.

Where can I stay near Bandon?

There are 228+ hotels available in Bandon.

Kildare to Bandon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kildare to Bandon by train, bus, or car

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain 208 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Bandonbus 236 / ...
4h 30m
€28–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Bachelors Walkbus 300
2. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Streetbus 704x
5h 32m
€33–51
Drive 230.6 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Bandoncar 230.6 km
2h 19m
€39–56
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 300
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Cork Bus Stationbus 51
5h 57m
€34–51

Kildare to Bandon by train and bus

60Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kildare to Bandon.

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Distance: 248.4 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Kildare, Ireland and Bandon, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Kildare Village to Bandon via Bachelors Walk, Aston Quay, Cork Alfred Street, and Cork Bus Station in around 5h 32m.

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