How to get from Kilmainham Gaol to Howth Head by bus and train?

From Kilmainham Gaol to Howth Head by bus and train

To get from Kilmainham Gaol to Howth Head in Howth, take the G2 bus from Inchicore Library station to Custom House station. Next, take the DART train from Tara Street station to Howth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min. The ride fare is €2.00. The bus and train schedule from Kilmainham Gaol may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Howth Head on the Moovit app.

88min€2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - G2G2
Train - DARTDART
Walk to Howth Head
Leaves from Inchicore Library

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Inchicore Library
    ID 1992
    370 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - G2G2
    Wait for bus
    G2
    Spencer Dock
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Custom House
    ID 407
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Tara Street
    170 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - DARTDART
    Wait for train
    DART
    Howth
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Howth
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to Howth Head
    Walk to
    Howth Head
    1.32 km • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Kilmainham Gaol to Howth Head

The distance between Kilmainham Gaol and Howth Head is approximately 19.61 km, which can typically be travelled in 88 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kilmainham Gaol to Howth Head by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Howth – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Kilmainham Gaol to Howth Head

To check the bus and train schedule from Kilmainham Gaol to Howth Head using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Kilmainham Gaol) and destination (Howth Head), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Kilmainham Gaol to Howth Head?

    The fastest way takes 88 minutes, using Bus line G2, Train line DART.

  • Is there a direct bus between Kilmainham Gaol and Howth Head?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 28 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Kilmainham Gaol to Howth Head?

    The G2 bus line goes from Inchicore Library station near Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin to Custom House station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Custom House station near Howth Head.

  • How long does it take to travel from Kilmainham Gaol to Howth Head by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Kilmainham Gaol and Howth Head by bus and train is about 1 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Kilmainham Gaol to get to Howth Head?

    Get on the G2 bus from the Inchicore Library stop near Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Kilmainham Gaol and Howth Head?

    Get off the bus at the Custom House station, which is closest to Howth Head.

  • How much is the bus fare from Kilmainham Gaol to Howth Head?

    The ride from Kilmainham Gaol to Howth Head costs €2.00.

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