What is the cheapest way to get from Kildare to County Louth?

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to County Louth is to bus which costs €9 - €13 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kildare to County Louth?

The fastest way to get from Kildare to County Louth is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and County Louth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to County Louth. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Ardee N33 via Red Cow Luas and Dublin Airport Zone 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Kildare to County Louth?

The distance between Kildare and County Louth is 127 km. The road distance is 98.1 km.

How do I travel from Kildare to County Louth without a car?

The best way to get from Kildare to County Louth without a car is to bus via Dublin which takes 2h 38m and costs €28 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Kildare to County Louth?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Kildare to County Louth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to County Louth bus from?

Kildare to County Louth bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare Village station.

Train or bus from Kildare to County Louth?

The best way to get from Kildare to County Louth is to bus via Dublin which takes 2h 38m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Kildare to County Louth bus arrive?

Kildare to County Louth bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Can I drive from Kildare to County Louth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to County Louth is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Kildare to County Louth.

Where can I stay near County Louth?

There are 128+ hotels available in County Louth.

Kildare to County Louth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 6 ways to get from Kildare to County Louth 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 Kildare Village to Red Cow Luas300
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Ardee N3332
2h 38m
€28–45
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Bachelors Walk126 / ...
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Ardee980 / ...
3h 57m
€9–12
Train
1. Take the train from Kildare to Dublin HeustonRe / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DundalkIc / ...
3h 41m
€23–35
Drive 98.1 km
1. Drive from Kildare to County Louth98.1 km
1h 33m
€17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Ardee N3332
2h 56m
€23–35
Bus, line 182 bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Hunterstown182
3h 45m
€21–38

Kildare to County Louth by bus

107Weekly Buses

2h 38mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kildare to County Louth.

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Distance: 127.4 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Kildare, Ireland and County Louth, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Kildare Village to Ardee N33 via Red Cow Luas, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Dublin Airport Zone 12 in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kildare to Ardee via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, Dublin Connolly, Dundalk, and Saint Malachy's Villas in around 3h 41m.

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