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

The cheapest way to get from Monaghan to Kildare is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monaghan to Kildare is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Monaghan and Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Monaghan station to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Monaghan Bus Station and arriving at Kildare Village via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Monaghan to Kildare?

The distance between Monaghan and Kildare is 187 km. The road distance is 150.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Monaghan to Kildare without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 3h 23m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Monaghan to Kildare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monaghan to Kildare bus from?

Monaghan to Kildare bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Monaghan Bus Station.

Where does the Monaghan to Kildare bus arrive?

Monaghan to Kildare bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Monaghan to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Monaghan to Kildare is 150 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Monaghan to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 134+ hotels available in Kildare.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Monaghan to Kildare by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kildare Villagebus 300
3h 23m
€33–48
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dundalk Bus Stationbus 162
2. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kildaretrain Re / ...
3h 50m
€24–37
Drive 150.2 km
1. Drive from Monaghan to Kildarecar 150.2 km
2h 20m
€25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Shopping Centre to Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel)bus 180
2. Take the bus from Wellington Quay to Kildarebus 126 / ...
4h 55m

Monaghan to Kildare by bus and foot

84Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Monaghan to Kildare.

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Distance: 186.6 km
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Kildare Village via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Red Cow Luas in around 3h 23m.

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