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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Doolin is to train and bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Doolin is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Doolin?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Doolin. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Doolin via Ennis Friars Walk and Ennis Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Kildare to Doolin?

The distance between Kildare and Doolin is 229 km. The road distance is 192.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Doolin without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 55m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Kildare to Doolin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Doolin bus from?

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

Where does the Kildare to Doolin bus arrive?

Kildare to Doolin bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Ennis Friars Walk station.

Can I drive from Kildare to Doolin?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Doolin is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Kildare to Doolin.

Where can I stay near Doolin?

There are 380+ hotels available in Doolin.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kildare to Doolin 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 Kildare to Galwaytrain Re
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Doolinbus 350
4h 55m
€22–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Ennis Friars Walkbus 300
2. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Doolinbus 350
5h 32m
€24–35
Drive 192.1 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Doolincar 192.1 km
2h 52m
€33–47
Train, bus via Limerick
1. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
2. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Doolinbus 350
5h 29m
€25–38
Train, bus via Portarlington
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Doolinbus 350
5h 45m
€23–35

Kildare to Doolin by train and bus

20Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kildare to Doolin.

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Distance: 228.6 km
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Kildare Village to Doolin via Ennis Friars Walk and Ennis Station in around 5h 32m.

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