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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Mallow is to train which costs €17 - €25 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Mallow is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Mallow?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Mallow. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Mallow via Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Mallow?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Mallow. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Mallow via Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Kildare to Mallow?

The distance between Kildare and Mallow is 184 km. The road distance is 185.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Mallow without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs €17 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Kildare to Mallow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Mallow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kildare to Mallow train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Mallow?

The best way to get from Kildare to Mallow is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs €17 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Kildare to Mallow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kildare to Mallow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kildare to Mallow?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Mallow is 186 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Kildare to Mallow.

Where can I stay near Mallow?

There are 34+ hotels available in Mallow.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Kildare to Mallow by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kildare to PortlaoiseRe / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Mallow208 / ...
2h 43m
€17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Mallow51
3h 57m
€27–39
Drive 185.5 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Mallow185.5 km
1h 52m
€31–45

Kildare to Mallow by train

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2h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.9 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Kildare to Mallow via Portlaoise in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare Village to Mallow via Limerick Arthur's Quay and Limerick Colbert Station in around 3h 57m.

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