What is the cheapest way to get from Newry to Birr?

The cheapest way to get from Newry to Birr is to train which costs €29 - €45 and takes 5h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newry to Birr?

The fastest way to get from Newry to Birr is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Newry and Birr?

No, there is no direct bus from Newry station to Birr. However, there are services departing from Newry Bus Station and arriving at Birr via Dundalk Bus Station, Drogheda Bus Station and Athlone Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Newry to Birr?

The distance between Newry and Birr is 247 km. The road distance is 185.3 km.

How do I travel from Newry to Birr without a car?

The best way to get from Newry to Birr without a car is to bus via Dublin which takes 5h 4m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Newry to Birr?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Newry to Birr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newry to Birr bus from?

Newry to Birr bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Drogheda Bus Station.

Train or bus from Newry to Birr?

The best way to get from Newry to Birr is to bus via Dublin which takes 5h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Newry to Birr bus arrive?

Newry to Birr bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.

Can I drive from Newry to Birr?

Yes, the driving distance between Newry to Birr is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Newry to Birr.

Where can I stay near Birr?

There are 51+ hotels available in Birr.

Newry to Birr - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Newry to Birr 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
best
1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Birr845 / ...
5h 4m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newry to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to TullamoreIc / ...
5h 48m
€29–44
Drive 185.3 km
1. Drive from Newry to Birr185.3 km
2h 31m
€33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Athlone Station190
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Birr850
8h 11m
€33–50

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 247 km
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Newry, Northern Ireland and Birr, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Newry Bus Station to Birr via Dublin Busaras Bus Station, Busáras, Heuston, and Heuston Station in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newry Bus Station to Birr via Newry Train Station [bus stop], Newry, Dublin Connolly, Busáras, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Tullamore, and Spollanstown in around 5h 48m.

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