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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Limerick is to bus which costs €11 - €19 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Limerick is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Limerick Arthurs Qy. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kildare and arriving at Limerick. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Kildare to Limerick?

The distance between Kildare and Limerick is 157 km. The road distance is 142.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Limerick without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs €14 - €20.

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

The train from Kildare to Limerick takes 1h 47m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Limerick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kildare to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Limerick?

The best way to get from Kildare to Limerick is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs €14 - €20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €19 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Kildare to Limerick bus arrive?

Kildare to Limerick bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where does the Kildare to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kildare to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Limerick is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Kildare to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 161+ hotels available in Limerick.

Kildare to Limerick - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kildare to Limerick 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
best
1. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
1h 47m
€14–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
1h 50m
€11–19
Drive 142.9 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Limerickcar 142.9 km
1h 25m
€25–36

Kildare to Limerick by train

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Distance: 157.3 km
Duration: 1h 47m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Limerick twice daily. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, Dublin Coach operates a bus from Kildare Village to Limerick Arthurs Qy hourly. Tickets cost €14–19 and the journey takes 1h 50m. J.J.Kavanagh & Sons also services this route 4 times a day.

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