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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Limerick Junction is to train which costs €12 - €19 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Limerick Junction is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Limerick Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Limerick Junction via Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Limerick Junction?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Limerick Junction via Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Kildare to Limerick Junction?

The distance between Kildare and Limerick Junction is 124 km. The road distance is 133.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Limerick Junction without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €12 - €19.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Kildare to Limerick Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Limerick Junction bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kildare to Limerick Junction train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Limerick Junction?

The best way to get from Kildare to Limerick Junction is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €12 - €19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Kildare to Limerick Junction bus arrive?

Kildare to Limerick Junction bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Where does the Kildare to Limerick Junction train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kildare to Limerick Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Limerick Junction is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Kildare to Limerick Junction.

Where can I stay near Limerick Junction?

There are 87+ hotels available in Limerick Junction.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Kildare to Limerick Junction 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 PortlaoiseRe / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limerick Junction208 / ...
2h 12m
€12–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Limerick Junction55
3h 36m
€19–35
Drive 133.4 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Limerick Junction133.4 km
1h 26m
€23–33

Kildare to Limerick Junction by train

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Distance: 123.6 km
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Kildare to Limerick Junction via Portlaoise in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare Village to Limerick Junction via Limerick Arthur's Quay and Limerick Colbert Station in around 3h 36m.

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