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

The cheapest way to get from Mallow to Kildare is to train which costs €16 - €23 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallow to Kildare is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Mallow and Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallow to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Mallow and arriving at Kildare Village via Limerick Arthur's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Mallow and Kildare?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mallow and arriving at Kildare. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Mallow to Kildare?

The distance between Mallow and Kildare is 184 km. The road distance is 184.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mallow to Kildare without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €16 - €23.

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

The train from Mallow to Kildare takes 2h 2m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Mallow to Kildare bus from?

Mallow to Kildare bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Mallow station.

Where do I catch the Mallow to Kildare train from?

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

Train or bus from Mallow to Kildare?

The best way to get from Mallow to Kildare is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €16 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Mallow to Kildare bus arrive?

Mallow to Kildare bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert Station.

Where does the Mallow to Kildare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mallow to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallow to Kildare is 184 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Mallow to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 133+ hotels available in Kildare.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Mallow 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 Mallow to KildareIc
2h 2m
€16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mallow to Limerick Colbert Station51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Kildare Village300
3h 30m
€27–38
Drive 184.2 km
1. Drive from Mallow to Kildare184.2 km
1h 51m
€31–45
Train via Portlaoise
1. Take the train from Mallow to PortlaoiseIc / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to KildareIc / ...
2h 22m
€18–25

Mallow to Kildare by train

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2h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.9 km
Duration: 2h 2m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Mallow to Kildare twice a week. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mallow to Kildare Village via Limerick Colbert Station and Limerick Arthur's Quay in around 3h 30m.

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