Travel Time from Newbridge to Tullamore, Ireland

County Kildare to County Offaly

By Car

• Distance: ~58 km (36 mi).
• Time: **45–60 minutes** (typical).
• Route: M7 (Dublin–Limerick motorway) → Exit 13 (M6) → M6 (Galway/Dublin) → Exit 5 (Tullamore).
• Traffic: M7 rush hours (7–9 AM, 5–7 PM) can add 15–20 min.

By Public Transport

• Train (Iarnród Éireann): **No direct rail.** Newbridge (Dublin–Waterford line) → Dublin Heuston → Train to Tullamore (Dublin–Westport/Galway line). **Total: ~1h 45m–2h 15m** (incl. transfer).
• Bus (Bus Éireann / Private): No direct intercity. Via Dublin (Busáras) or Portlaoise. **~2–2.5 hours**.
• Taxi/Rideshare: ~€90–€130; 45–60 min.

Recommendation

**Drive** — fastest, most flexible. Check **Google Maps / AA Roadwatch / TII Traffic** for live conditions.