What is the cheapest way to get from Kilrea to Dublin?

The cheapest way to get from Kilrea to Dublin is to train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilrea to Dublin?

The fastest way to get from Kilrea to Dublin is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Kilrea and Dublin?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilrea to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at The Gresham Hotel via Ballymena Bus Station and Europa Bus Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Kilrea to Dublin?

The distance between Kilrea and Dublin is 257 km. The road distance is 207.2 km.

How do I travel from Kilrea to Dublin without a car?

The best way to get from Kilrea to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €25 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Kilrea to Dublin?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Kilrea to Dublin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilrea to Dublin bus from?

Kilrea to Dublin bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Ballymena Bus Station.

Train or bus from Kilrea to Dublin?

The best way to get from Kilrea to Dublin is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Kilrea to Dublin bus arrive?

Kilrea to Dublin bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at High Street station.

Can I drive from Kilrea to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilrea to Dublin is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Kilrea to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1066+ hotels available in Dublin.

Kilrea to Dublin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kilrea to Dublin 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 Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain 2_Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain 1_Gc->Dn
4h 55m
€25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain 2_Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
5h 33m
Drive 207.2 km
1. Drive from Kilrea to Dublincar 207.2 km
2h 38m
€37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to High Streetbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
5h 41m

Kilrea to Dublin by bus and train

50Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kilrea to Dublin.

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Distance: 256.9 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Kilrea, Northern Ireland and Dublin, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Church Street to Dublin Connolly via Ballymena Bus Station, Ballymena, and Belfast Great Central in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to The Gresham Hotel via Ballymena Bus Station, High Street, and Europa Bus Centre in around 5h 41m.

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