How to travel from Kenmare to Roundstone, Ireland

The distance between Kenmare and Roundstone is around 313km (195 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Kenmare to Roundstone 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 RoundstoneKenmare if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Limerick Limerick Arthur's Quay then Eyre Square Galway Bus Station and then to Roundstone stop 534711.

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €46($46)
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1 similiar route

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Portarlington and then to Galway then take the bus to Roundstone stop 534711.

  • Duration6hrs
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €57($57)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Roundstone.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Distance313km (195 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kenmare and Roundstone

There are several options for getting from Kenmare to Roundstone by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €30 ($30) and will take around 6h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €62 ($62).

The distance between Kenmare and Roundstone is around 313km (195 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 171km (106 miles)

It takes around 5h 30m to get from Kenmare and Roundstone by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kenmare to Roundstone is to drive which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx €62 ($62).

The cheapest way to travel between Kenmare and Roundstone, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €30 ($30) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Kenmare and Roundstone. We recommend that you drive to Roundstone. instead which will take 4hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Kenmare and Roundstone. It typically takes around 5h 30m and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Kenmare to Roundstone. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Killarney Station stop 635601, Killarney Mission Road, Limerick Limerick Arthur's Quay, Henry St and Eyre Square Galway Bus Station. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 5h 30m.

Dublin Coach, Citylink and Bus Eireann run regular bus services between Kenmare and Roundstone. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 5h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kenmare to Roundstone. We recommend that you take the bus to Limerick Limerick Arthur's Quay then Eyre Square Galway Bus Station and then to Roundstone stop 534711. instead which will take 5h 30m.

The closest major airport to Roundstone is Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) (NOC) which is approximately 93km (58 miles) from Roundstone. Shannon Airport (SNN) (SNN) and Cork Airport (ORK) (ORK) 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 Kenmare and Roundstone. The distance is around 313km (195 miles) by road and it will take around 4hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kenmare to Roundstone is to take the bus which takes, on average, 5h 30m and will usually cost around €46 ($46).

How do I get from Kenmare to Roundstone

Compare travel optionsbetween Kenmare and Roundstone

Transport options from Kenmare to Roundstone
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
5h 30m
€46($46)
3 times a week327km (203 miles)
Bus via Colbert Station, stop 6350316h 35m
€30($30)
3 times a week350km (218 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
6hrs
€57($57)
once a week490km (304 miles)
Bus and Train6h 10m
€42($42)
3 times a week347km (216 miles)
Drive
4hrs
€62($62)
on demand313km (195 miles)

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Airports near Roundstone

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

NOC
Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC)
Domestic Airport
Distance
93km (58 miles) from Roundstone
SNN
Shannon Airport (SNN)
International Airport
Distance
103km (64 miles) from Roundstone
ORK
Cork Airport (ORK)
International Airport
Distance
197km (123 miles) from Roundstone