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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Midleton is to train which costs €21 - €35 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Midleton is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Midleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Midleton. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Midleton via Carlow Bus Station and Waterford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Midleton?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Midleton. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Midleton via Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Kildare to Midleton?

The distance between Kildare and Midleton is 237 km. The road distance is 195 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Midleton without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Kildare to Midleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Midleton bus from?

Kildare to Midleton bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Kildare station.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Midleton train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Midleton?

The best way to get from Kildare to Midleton is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Kildare to Midleton bus arrive?

Kildare to Midleton bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Hanover Bus Park station.

Where does the Kildare to Midleton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kildare to Midleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Midleton is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Kildare to Midleton.

Where can I stay near Midleton?

There are 266+ hotels available in Midleton.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Kildare to Midleton 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 CorkIc
2h 56m
€22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Hanover Bus Park
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Station736
3. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Midleton40
4h 50m
€29–49
Drive 195 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Midleton195 km
2h 5m
€33–47

Kildare to Midleton by train

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2h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 236.8 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Cork once a week. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare to Midleton via Carlow Bus Station and Waterford Bus Station in around 4h 50m.

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