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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Rathmines is to bus and line 80 bus which costs €6 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Rathmines is to drive which takes 40 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Rathmines?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Rathmines. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Military Road via D'Olier Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Rathmines?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Rathmines. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Charlemont via Heuston and Marlborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Kildare to Rathmines?

The distance between Kildare and Rathmines is 52 km. The road distance is 51.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Rathmines without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs €7 - €12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Kildare to Rathmines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Rathmines bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kildare to Rathmines train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Rathmines?

The best way to get from Kildare to Rathmines is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs €7 - €12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €16 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Kildare to Rathmines bus arrive?

Kildare to Rathmines bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Kildare to Rathmines train arrive?

Kildare to Rathmines train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Kildare to Rathmines?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Rathmines is 52 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Kildare to Rathmines.

Where can I stay near Rathmines?

There are 1056+ hotels available in Rathmines.

Kildare to Rathmines - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Kildare to Rathmines by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kildare to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
1h 14m
€7–11
Bus, line 80 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Heuston Station126 / ...
2. Take the bus from Parkgate Street to Military Road80
2h 13m
€5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Bachelors Walk300
1h 17m
€10–15
Drive 51.7 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Rathmines51.7 km
40 min
€9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kildare to Rathmines51.7 km
40 min
€80–95

Kildare to Rathmines by train and tram

267Weekly Services

1h 14mAverage Duration

€7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.5 km
Duration: 1h 14m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Dublin Heuston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €5–8 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, Dublin Coach operates a bus from Kildare Village to Bachelors Walk hourly. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 55 min.

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