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 €24 - €40 and takes 4h 4m.

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 Village and arriving at Jameson Distillery via Aston Quay and Cork Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Kildare to Midleton?

The distance between Kildare and Midleton is 238 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 4h 4m and costs €24 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m 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 Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare Village station.

Train or bus from Kildare to Midleton?

The best way to get from Kildare to Midleton is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs €24 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Kildare to Midleton bus arrive?

Kildare to Midleton bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Bachelors Walk 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 271+ hotels available in Midleton.

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

There are 4 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 Portlaoise to Corktrain 208 / ...
4h 4m
€24–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Bachelors Walkbus 300
2. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Streetbus 704x
5h 14m
€33–50
Drive 195 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Midletoncar 195 km
2h 5m
€33–47
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Hanover Bus Parkbus
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 736
3. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Jameson Distillerybus 40
5h 19m
€34–56

Kildare to Midleton by train and bus

60Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.7 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Cork every 3 hours. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare Village to Jameson Distillery via Bachelors Walk, Aston Quay, Cork Alfred Street, and Cork Bus Station in around 5h 14m.

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