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

The distance between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Kinsale is around 289km (179 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 60m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kinsale 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 KinsaleDublin Airport (DUB) if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Cork Lower Glanmire Road.

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €29($29)
Operated by

Aircoach

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Cork Kent then take the bus to Kinsale stop 247191.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €38($38)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Kinsale.

  • Duration2h 60m
  • Distance289km (179 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Kinsale

There are several options for getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kinsale by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €17 ($17) and will take around 4h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €57 ($57).

The distance between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Kinsale is around 289km (179 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 246km (153 miles)

It takes around 4h 20m to get from Dublin Airport (DUB) and Kinsale by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kinsale is to drive which takes around 2h 60m and will set you back approx €57 ($57).

The cheapest way to travel between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Kinsale, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €17 ($17) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Kinsale. We recommend that you drive to Kinsale. instead which will take 2h 60m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Dublin Airport (DUB) and Kinsale. It typically takes around 4h 20m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kinsale. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Cork Lower Glanmire Road. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 20m.

Aircoach and GoBus.ie run regular bus services between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Kinsale. Buses run hourly and take around 4h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Kinsale from Dublin Airport (DUB) is to drive which will take 2h 60m and cost around €57 ($57).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kinsale. We recommend that you take the bus to Cork Lower Glanmire Road. instead which will take 4h 20m.

The closest major airport to Kinsale is Cork Airport (ORK) (ORK) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Kinsale. Shannon Airport (SNN) (SNN) 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 Kinsale. The distance is around 289km (179 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kinsale is to take the bus which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around €29 ($29).

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

Compare travel optionsbetween Dublin Airport (DUB) and Kinsale

Transport options from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kinsale
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
4h 20m
€29($29)
hourly296km (184 miles)
Bus to Cork, Lower Glanmire Road4h 35m
€17($17)
every 3 hours300km (187 miles)
Train and Bus
4hrs
€38($38)
hourly311km (193 miles)
Drive
2h 60m
€57($57)
on demand289km (179 miles)

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Airports near Kinsale

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

ORK
Cork Airport (ORK)
International Airport
Distance
16km (10 miles) from Kinsale
SNN
Shannon Airport (SNN)
International Airport
Distance
113km (70 miles) from Kinsale
DUB
Dublin Airport (DUB)
International Airport
Distance
246km (153 miles) from Kinsale