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 bus which costs €6 and takes 2h 7m.

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 Swords Castle and arriving at Cornerstone Church via Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

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 Dublin Bus, depart from Swords Castle station.

Train or bus from Swords to Bray?

The best way to get from Swords to Bray is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs €6 - €10. Alternatively, you can line 41 bus and bus, which costs €6 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Swords to Bray bus arrive?

Swords to Bray bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) 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 580+ hotels available in Bray.

Swords to Bray - 6 ways to travel via train, line 500 bus, line 41 bus, and car

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
Line 41 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swords Castle to Abbey Street Lowerbus 33 / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Braytrain Ic / ...
1h 50m
€6–8
Drive 36.2 km
1. Drive from Swords to Braycar 36.2 km
37 min
€7–9
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 46m
€7–10
Line 41 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Swords Castle to Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel)bus 33 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) to Cornerstone Churchbus E1
2h 7m
€6

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?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Malahide to Bray every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swords Castle to Cornerstone Church via Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) in around 2h 7m.

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