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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kildare to Achill Island

Composite routes from Kildare to Achill Island

Cheapest
3 h 38 min
Car
276 km.
from $15
Other
7 h
222 km.
from $5.43
8 h 45 min
222 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Kildare to Castlebar
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.38–$30.57

Bus operators

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Crampton Quay to Castlebar
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.38–$34.39

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
info@dublincoach.ie
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Kildare Village to UL
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
info@jjkavanagh.ie
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Kildare Village to UL
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Go-Ahead Ireland

Phone:
0818 804071
Email:
customercomment@goaheadireland.ie
Website:
goaheadireland.ie/
Bus from Kildare to Bachelors
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$5.48–$7.64

Local Link Mayo

Phone:
094 9005150
Email:
Mayo@locallink.ie
Website:
locallinkmayo.ie/
Bus from CastlebarTesco to Achill
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Michael Moran

Phone:
0872330097
Website:
transportforireland.ie
Bus from UL Student Centre to Westport
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kildare to Achill Island?

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Achill Island is to train which costs $25 - $38.04 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kildare to Achill Island?

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Achill Island is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Achill Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Achill Island. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Gob an Choire via UL Student Centre and Westport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Kildare to Achill Island?

The distance between Kildare and Achill Island is 248 km. The road distance is 286.3 km.

How do I travel from Kildare to Achill Island without a car?

The best way to get from Kildare to Achill Island without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $25 - $38.04 .

How long does it take to get from Kildare to Achill Island?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Kildare to Achill Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Achill Island bus from?

Kildare to Achill Island bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare Village station.

Train, bus or fly from Kildare to Achill Island?

The best way to get from Kildare to Achill Island is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $25 - $38.04 . Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs and takes 7h. There are no good options to bus between Kildare to Achill Island.

Where does the Kildare to Achill Island bus arrive?

Kildare to Achill Island bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at UL Student Centre station.

Can I drive from Kildare to Achill Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Achill Island is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Kildare to Achill Island.

Where can I stay near Achill Island?

There are 60+ hotels available in Achill Island. Prices start at $69.99 per night.
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