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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Louisburgh is to train which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Louisburgh is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Louisburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Louisburgh. However, there are services departing from Kildare Vllge and arriving at Louisburgh via UL East Gate and Westport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Louisburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Louisburgh. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Westport via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Kildare to Louisburgh?

The distance between Kildare and Louisburgh is 237 km. The road distance is 234.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Louisburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Kildare to Louisburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Louisburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kildare to Louisburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Louisburgh?

The best way to get from Kildare to Louisburgh is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Kildare to Louisburgh bus arrive?

Kildare to Louisburgh bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at UL Student Ctr station.

Where does the Kildare to Louisburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kildare to Louisburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Louisburgh is 235 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Kildare to Louisburgh.

Where can I stay near Louisburgh?

There are 253+ hotels available in Louisburgh.

Kildare to Louisburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kildare to Louisburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kildare to Westporttrain Re / ...
5h 23m
€39–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare Vllge to UL Student Ctrbus 300
2. Take the bus from UL East Gate to Westportbus Ul05
7h 26m
Drive 234.6 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Louisburghcar 234.6 km
3h 20m
€41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Westportbus 440
8h 1m
€49–69

Kildare to Louisburgh by train and bus

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5h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 236.8 km
Duration: 5h 23m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Westport 4 times a week. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare Vllge to Louisburgh via UL Student Ctr, UL East Gate, and Westport in around 7h 26m.

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