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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Larne is to bus which costs £21 - £30 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Larne is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Larne?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Larne. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Circular Road via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Larne?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Larne. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Larne Town via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Kildare to Larne?

The distance between Kildare and Larne is 170 miles. The road distance is 147.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Larne without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £25 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Kildare to Larne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Larne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kildare to Larne train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Larne?

The best way to get from Kildare to Larne is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £30 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Kildare to Larne bus arrive?

Kildare to Larne bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Where does the Kildare to Larne train arrive?

Kildare to Larne train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Kildare to Larne?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Larne is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Kildare to Larne.

Where can I stay near Larne?

There are 119+ hotels available in Larne.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kildare to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Towntrain
5h 11m
£26–39
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
5h 47m
£21–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Towntrain
5h 46m
Drive 146.9 mi
1. Drive from Kildare to Larnecar 146.9 mi
2h 53m
£36–52
Bus, train via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Mayor Street Lowerbus 126
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Towntrain
6h 9m
£22–33

Kildare to Larne by train, tram, and foot

124Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kildare to Larne.

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Kildare, Ireland and Larne, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Kildare to Larne Town via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Great Central in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare to Circular Road via Dublin Airport Zone 16, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, and Bridge Street in around 5h 47m.

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