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

The cheapest way to get from Tuam to Kildare is to bus and train which costs €20 - €28 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tuam to Kildare is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Tuam and Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Tuam to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Tuam Holy Cross Col and arriving at Kildare via Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Tuam and Kildare?

No, there is no direct train from Tuam to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Claremorris and arriving at Kildare via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Tuam to Kildare?

The distance between Tuam and Kildare is 192 km. The road distance is 151.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tuam to Kildare without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 41m and costs €20 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Tuam to Kildare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tuam to Kildare bus from?

Tuam to Kildare bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Tuam Holy Cross Col station.

Where do I catch the Tuam to Kildare train from?

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

Train or bus from Tuam to Kildare?

The best way to get from Tuam to Kildare is to bus which takes 4h 52m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Tuam to Kildare bus arrive?

Tuam to Kildare bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Airport Zone 11 station.

Where does the Tuam to Kildare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tuam to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Tuam to Kildare is 152 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Tuam to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 142+ hotels available in Kildare.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Tuam to Kildare by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Tuam High Street to Eyre Squarebus 427
2. Take the train from Galway to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
3h 41m
€21–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tuam Holy Cross Col to Airport Zone 11bus 721
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Kildarebus 726
4h 52m
€26–36
Drive 151.9 km
1. Drive from Tuam to Kildarecar 151.9 km
2h 10m
€26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Claremorris to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
4h 7m
€25–37

Tuam to Kildare by bus and train

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3h 41mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 191.9 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Tuam, IE-G, Ireland and Kildare, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Tuam Holy Cross Col to Kildare via Airport Zone 11 and Airport Zone 16 in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Claremorris to Portarlington every 3 hours. Tickets cost €13–20 and the journey takes 2h 4m.

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