How to get from Dublin to Kildare Castle by light rail and train?

Dublin to Kildare Castle - Light Rail Schedule

The RED light rail from Dublin to Kildare Castle runs from 00:07 to 23:52, with departures every 5 min-5 hr. The trip takes about 59 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Dublin to Kildare Castle by light rail and train

To get from Dublin to Kildare Castle in Kildare, take the RED light rail from Connolly station to Heuston station. Next, take the RAIL train from Dublin Heuston station to Kildare station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The light rail and train schedule from Dublin may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Kildare Castle on the Moovit app.

59min
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - REDRED
Train - RAILRAIL
Walk to Kildare Castle
Leaves from Connolly

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Connolly
    ID 998023
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - RED
    Wait for light rail
    RED
    Tallaght
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Heuston
    ID 998016
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dublin Heuston
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Carlow
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kildare
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Kildare Castle
    Walk to
    Kildare Castle
    The Square
    760 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dublin to Kildare Castle

The distance between Dublin and Kildare Castle is approximately 52.18 km, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dublin to Kildare Castle by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Kildare – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Dublin to Kildare Castle

To check the light rail and train schedule from Dublin to Kildare Castle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Dublin) and destination (Kildare Castle), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail 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 light rail and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dublin to Kildare Castle?

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Light Rail line RED, Train line RAIL.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Dublin and Kildare Castle?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Dublin to Kildare Castle?

    The RED light rail line goes from Connolly station near Dublin in Ireland to Heuston station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Heuston station near Kildare Castle.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dublin to Kildare Castle by light rail and train?

    The total travel time between Dublin and Kildare Castle by light rail and train is about 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Dublin to get to Kildare Castle?

    Get on the RED light rail from the Connolly station near Dublin in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Dublin and Kildare Castle?

    Get off the light rail at the Heuston station, which is closest to Kildare Castle.

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