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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Kildare is to bus which costs €13 - €19 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Kildare is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Kildare?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Limerick Arthurs Qy and arriving at Kildare Village. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Kildare?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Limerick and arriving at Kildare. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Limerick to Kildare?

The distance between Limerick and Kildare is 157 km. The road distance is 142.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Kildare without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €14 - €20.

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

The train from Limerick to Kildare takes 1h 43m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Kildare bus from?

Limerick to Kildare bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Kildare train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Kildare?

The best way to get from Limerick to Kildare is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €14 - €20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €19 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Limerick to Kildare bus arrive?

Limerick to Kildare bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Kildare Village station.

Where does the Limerick to Kildare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Kildare is 142 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Limerick to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 145+ hotels available in Kildare.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Limerick to Kildare 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 Limerick to Kildaretrain Re / ...
1h 43m
€14–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Kildare Villagebus 300
1h 50m
€13–19
Drive 142.5 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Kildarecar 142.5 km
1h 25m
€25–35

Limerick to Kildare by train

18Weekly Trains

1h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.3 km
Duration: 1h 43m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Limerick to Kildare 3 times a day. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, Dublin Coach operates a bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Kildare Village hourly. Tickets cost €13–19 and the journey takes 1h 50m. J.J.Kavanagh & Sons also services this route 3 times a day.

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