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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Castlebar is to train via Athlone which costs €18 - €26 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Castlebar is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Castlebar via Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Castlebar via Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Kildare to Castlebar?

The distance between Kildare and Castlebar is 197 km. The road distance is 196.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Castlebar without a car is to train via Athlone which takes 3h 6m and costs €18 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Kildare to Castlebar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Castlebar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kildare to Castlebar train from?

Kildare to Castlebar train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kildare station.

Train or bus from Kildare to Castlebar?

The best way to get from Kildare to Castlebar is to train via Athlone which takes 3h 6m and costs €18 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Kildare to Castlebar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kildare to Castlebar train arrive?

Kildare to Castlebar train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Athlone station.

Can I drive from Kildare to Castlebar?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Castlebar is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Kildare to Castlebar.

Where can I stay near Castlebar?

There are 245+ hotels available in Castlebar.

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

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

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Train via Athlone
best
1. Take the train from Kildare to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Athlone to Castlebartrain Ic / ...
3h 6m
€18–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kildare to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Castlebarbus 440
5h 6m
€35–51
Drive 196.9 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Castlebarcar 196.9 km
2h 51m
€34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Castlebartrain 804 / ...
3h 32m
€18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Bachelors Walkbus 300
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Castlebarbus 721
5h 25m
€27–39

Kildare to Castlebar by train

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3h 6mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Kildare to Castlebar.

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Distance: 196.9 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Kildare to Castlebar via Athlone in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare Village to Castlebar via Bachelors Walk and Crampton Quay in around 5h 25m.

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