What is the cheapest way to get from Swords to Bray?

The cheapest way to get from Swords to Bray is to line 41 bus and train which costs €5 - €8 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swords to Bray?

The fastest way to get from Swords to Bray is to drive which takes 37 min and costs €6 - €9.

Is there a direct bus between Swords and Bray?

No, there is no direct bus from Swords to Bray. However, there are services departing from Seatown and arriving at Kilmantain Park via D'Olier Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Swords to Bray?

The distance between Swords and Bray is 41 km. The road distance is 36.2 km.

How do I travel from Swords to Bray without a car?

The best way to get from Swords to Bray without a car is to line 500 bus and train which takes 1h 28m and costs €7 - €10.

How long does it take to get from Swords to Bray?

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Swords to Bray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swords to Bray bus from?

Swords to Bray bus services, operated by Swords Express, depart from Seatown station.

Train or bus from Swords to Bray?

The best way to get from Swords to Bray is to line 500 bus and bus which takes 1h 45m and costs €8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €6 - €10 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Swords to Bray bus arrive?

Swords to Bray bus services, operated by Swords Express, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Can I drive from Swords to Bray?

Yes, the driving distance between Swords to Bray is 36 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Swords to Bray.

Where can I stay near Bray?

There are 925+ hotels available in Bray.

Swords to Bray - 6 ways to travel via train, line 500 bus, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Swords to Bray by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 500 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Swords Village to Sean O'Casey Bridgebus 500 / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Braytrain Ic / ...
1h 28m
€7–9
Drive 36.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Swords to Braycar 36.2 km
37 min
€6–9
Line 500 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Seatown to Eden Quaybus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from D'Olier Street to Kilmantain Parkbus E1
1h 45m
€7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swords to Braytaxi 36.2 km
37 min
€55–70
Train
1. Take the train from Malahide to Braytrain Ic / ...
1h 44m
€7–10
Line 41 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swords Castle to Abbey Street Lowerbus 33 / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Braytrain Ic / ...
1h 57m
€6–8

Swords to Bray by bus, foot, and train

242Weekly Services

1h 28mAverage Duration

€7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 40.6 km
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Swords, Ireland and Bray, IE-WW, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Seatown to Kilmantain Park via Eden Quay and D'Olier Street in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Malahide to Bray every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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