How to travel from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birr, Ireland

The distance between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Birr is around 142km (88 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 35m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birr 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 BirrDublin Airport (DUB) if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Dublin Heuston Rail Station and then to Birr.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €9($9)
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Dublin Heuston Rail Station then take the train to Tullamore then take the bus to Birr.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €21($21)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Birr.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Distance147km (91 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Birr

There are several options for getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birr by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €9 ($9) and will take around 2h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €29 ($29).

The distance between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Birr is around 142km (88 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 117km (73 miles)

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Dublin Airport (DUB) and Birr by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birr is to drive which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx €29 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Birr, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €9 ($9) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Birr. We recommend that you drive to Birr. instead which will take 1h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Dublin Airport (DUB) and Birr. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birr. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dublin Heuston Rail Station. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 2h 45m.

Dublin Express and Kearns Transport run regular bus services between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Birr. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 2h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Birr from Dublin Airport (DUB) is to drive which will take 1h 35m and cost around €29 ($29).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birr. We recommend that you take the bus to Dublin Heuston Rail Station and then to Birr. instead which will take 2h 45m.

The closest major airport to Birr is Shannon Airport (SNN) (SNN) which is approximately 81km (50 miles) from Birr. Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) (NOC) and Dublin Airport (DUB) (DUB) 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 Dublin Airport (DUB) and Birr. The distance is around 147km (91 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birr is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around €9 ($9).

How do I get from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birr

Compare travel optionsbetween Dublin Airport (DUB) and Birr

Transport options from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birr
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
2h 45m
€9($9)
5 times a day150km (93 miles)
Bus and Train
2hrs
€21($21)
5 times a day142km (88 miles)
Drive
1h 35m
€29($29)
on demand147km (91 miles)

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Airports near Birr

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

SNN
Shannon Airport (SNN)
International Airport
Distance
81km (50 miles) from Birr
NOC
Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC)
Domestic Airport
Distance
109km (67 miles) from Birr
DUB
Dublin Airport (DUB)
International Airport
Distance
117km (73 miles) from Birr