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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Carrickmacross is to train and bus which costs €13 - €20 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Carrickmacross is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Carrickmacross?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Carrickmacross. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Carrickmacross via Abbey Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Kildare to Carrickmacross?

The distance between Kildare and Carrickmacross is 136 km. The road distance is 114.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Carrickmacross without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 10m and costs €13 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Kildare to Carrickmacross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Carrickmacross bus from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Carrickmacross?

The best way to get from Kildare to Carrickmacross is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €23 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Kildare to Carrickmacross bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kildare to Carrickmacross?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Carrickmacross is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Kildare to Carrickmacross.

Where can I stay near Carrickmacross?

There are 95+ hotels available in Carrickmacross.

Kildare to Carrickmacross - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kildare to Carrickmacross by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kildare to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Carrickmacrossbus 980 / ...
3h 10m
€13–19
Train
1. Take the train from Kildare to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
3h 42m
€23–35
Drive 114.5 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Carrickmacrosscar 114.5 km
1h 51m
€20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Bachelors Walkbus 300
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Carrickmacrossbus 980 / ...
3h 20m
€16–22
Bus via Carrickmacross N2
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Sean O'Casey Bridgebus 126 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Carrickmacross N2bus 32
4h 17m
€17–24

Kildare to Carrickmacross by train, tram, and bus

91Weekly Services

3h 10mAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kildare to Carrickmacross.

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Distance: 136.2 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Kildare to Carrickmacross via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, Dublin Connolly, Dundalk, and Dundalk Clarke Station in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare Village to Carrickmacross via Bachelors Walk and Abbey Street in around 3h 20m.

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