How to travel from Doolin to Killarney, Ireland

The distance between Doolin and Killarney is around 189km (117 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Doolin to Killarney by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KillarneyDoolin if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Ennis Station stop 635341 then Limerick Limerick Arthur's Quay and then to Killarney Mission Road.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €31($31)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Ennis Station stop 635341 then take the train to Killarney.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €40($40)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Killarney.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Distance189km (117 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Doolin and Killarney

There are several options for getting from Doolin to Killarney by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €26 ($26) and will take around 4h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €38 ($38).

The distance between Doolin and Killarney is around 189km (117 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 107km (66 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Doolin and Killarney by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Doolin to Killarney is to drive which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx €38 ($38).

The cheapest way to travel between Doolin and Killarney, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €26 ($26) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Doolin and Killarney. We recommend that you drive to Killarney. instead which will take 2h 20m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Doolin and Killarney. It typically takes around 3h 35m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Doolin to Killarney. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Ennis Station stop 635341, Dunnes Friars Walk and Limerick Limerick Arthur's Quay. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 3h 35m.

Bus Eireann and Dublin Coach run regular bus services between Doolin and Killarney. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 3h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Doolin to Killarney. We recommend that you take the bus to Ennis Station stop 635341 then Limerick Limerick Arthur's Quay and then to Killarney Mission Road. instead which will take 3h 35m.

The closest major airport to Killarney is Cork Airport (ORK) (ORK) which is approximately 73km (46 miles) from Killarney. Shannon Airport (SNN) (SNN) and Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) (NOC) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Doolin and Killarney. The distance is around 189km (117 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Doolin to Killarney is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around €31 ($31).

How do I get from Doolin to Killarney

Compare travel optionsbetween Doolin and Killarney

Transport options from Doolin to Killarney
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
3h 35m
€31($31)
5 times a day199km (124 miles)
Bus via Ennis Station, stop 6353414h 20m
€26($26)
5 times a day225km (140 miles)
Bus and Train
3h 45m
€40($40)
3 times a week250km (155 miles)
Drive
2h 20m
€38($38)
on demand189km (117 miles)

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Bus companies

Airports near Killarney

The following major airports near Killarney offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Ireland and internationally.

ORK
Cork Airport (ORK)
International Airport
Distance
73km (46 miles) from Killarney
SNN
Shannon Airport (SNN)
International Airport
Distance
81km (50 miles) from Killarney
NOC
Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC)
Domestic Airport
Distance
211km (131 miles) from Killarney