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Dublin Train Journeys: the 15 Rides Worth Booking

24 tours  ·  from $36 a head

The 15 best dublin train journeys you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there.

Northern Ireland Including Giant's Causeway Rail Tour from Dublin - Dunluce Castle is a quick coastal photograph
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Northern Ireland Including Giant’s Causeway Rail Tour from Dublin

1.Northern Ireland Including Giant’s Causeway Rail Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 325 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $194Our pick

Travel from Dublin Connolly Station to Belfast by train, then continue by coach along Northern Ireland’s coast to Dunluce Castle and Giant’s Causeway. Expect a very early start, a possible 13 to 15-hour day, host support from guides such as Ian, Joe, or David, and about two hours at the basalt columns. Lunch, drinks, and the Carrick-a-Rede bridge fee are extra.

“I highly recommend this tour. It is a beautiful drive from Dublin and the tour guide was great. Be sure not to miss the sheep herding demonstration.”

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Sustainable Ring of Kerry Rail Tour from Dublin - Carrantuohill and the MacGillycuddy Reeks
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Sustainable Ring of Kerry Rail Tour from Dublin

2.Sustainable Ring of Kerry Rail Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 277 reviews · 15 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $194

Leave Dublin Heuston at 7am for a full day of rail and coach travel to the Ring of Kerry. A host such as Paddy or John may accompany the train journey, while a local driver-guide like Bat or Denis leads the scenic loop past Carrantuohill, Dingle Bay, Sneem, and Ladies View. Food and optional attractions cost extra.

“We were awed by the natural splendor, and also by the Irish Rail Tours host and the Killarney-based driver-tour guide. These knowledgeable, kind, witty men engaged warmly with us all. It was a day of Ireland’s coastal beauty and genuine hospitality.”

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3-Day Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry, & Cliffs of Moher Rail tour - Two nights in Killarney, with an important room warning
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3-Day Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry, & Cliffs of Moher Rail tour

3.3-Day Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry, & Cliffs of Moher Rail tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 211 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $1,254

Travel from Dublin by train and coach to Blarney Castle, Cobh, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Bunratty Castle, the Cliffs of Moher, and Galway. Railtours Ireland provides reserved train seats, hosts, coach guides, two nights with breakfast, and a packed schedule. Guides such as John, Norman, Andy, and Bryan have earned strong praise, though accommodation and vehicle comfort can vary.

“We rode the train more than I first expected. I actually enjoy train travel. It is a nice ride and the coach cars have tables between the seats. The Railtours guide was extremely well organized and knowledgeable. Everything went like clockwork. The highlight for us was seeing something that was not on the itinerary - a sheepdog presentation during our day on the Ring of Kerry. Our accommodations were the best we had in all of the 16 days we traveled around Scotland and Ireland. ~ Guy B., Idaho, USA”

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Rail Tour: The Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle Tour - Bunratty Castle is more than a photo stop
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Rail Tour: The Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle Tour

4.Rail Tour: The Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 122 reviews · from $158

Take an early train from Dublin to Limerick, then travel by coach to Bunratty Castle, Doolin, the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Galway Bay, and Galway. Guides such as Norman, John, David, and Andy add local stories and practical help. It is a long, full day with castle admission included, but meals are your responsibility.

“What I think could be improved is that it should be shorter, the time in Galway was not in the itinerary and seemed unnecessary to me, I would have liked to get off the bus and take the train to Dublin, (in total the tour was more than 15 hours )”

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Rail Tour from Dublin: The Ring of Kerry - The 6:40 a.m. meeting at Dublin Heuston
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Rail Tour from Dublin: The Ring of Kerry

5.Rail Tour from Dublin: The Ring of Kerry

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 106 reviews · from $158

Travel from Dublin Heuston to Killarney by InterCity train, then tour the Ring of Kerry by coach with an English-speaking guide. Expect Dingle Bay, the Macgillicuddy Reeks, Carrauntoohil, Moll’s Gap, Ladies View, and the Lakes of Killarney. Guides such as John, Andrew Roche, and Michael have led especially well-received departures.

“It was a long journey ,but we had a beautiful sunny day. Andrew ,our tour guide was very nice and helpful. We had a lot of photo stops ,beautiful sceneries. Andrew was giving us a lot of information about history of Ireland. He made sure everyones safety going and coming back.”

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Aran Islands Scenic Flight and Galway Rail Tour from Dublin - Seeing Inis Mór by Local Island Bus
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Aran Islands Scenic Flight and Galway Rail Tour from Dublin

6.Aran Islands Scenic Flight and Galway Rail Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 102 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $247

Take an early train from Dublin to Galway, ride by coach to Connemara Airport, then fly to Inis Mór for a local island tour. See Dún Aonghasa, the Seven Churches, Aran woolens, and Kilronan before returning through Galway. The group is capped at 10, but island connections require close attention.

“This was a long and beautiful journey. The Railtours company really knows how to run things. We had a scenic ride of more than two and a half hours across the country with a host from the company who was friendly and informative. From the railway station to the air field was in a van. Very easy. Then we had our rather thrilling 8 minute flight to Innishmore. This Island, with its stark beauty, was a place I've wanted to visit for a long time. So glad I did. In late afternoon we flew back to Galway. A few hours there, then the train to Dublin. All like clockwork.”

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Dublin: Cruise Excursion Hop-On Hop-Off Tour & Rail Ticket - Getting from Dun Laoghaire to Pearse Station
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Dublin: Cruise Excursion Hop-On Hop-Off Tour & Rail Ticket

7.Cruise Excursion Hop-On Hop-Off Tour & Rail Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 101 reviews · from $36Best value

Start at Dun Laoghaire Harbour, collect your rail tickets, and ride to Pearse Station in about 20 to 25 minutes. Your one-day DoDublin pass then covers live-guided sightseeing around Trinity College, Dublin Castle, Guinness Storehouse, Phoenix Park, and more. Guides such as Damien, Mary, Davey, and Tyrone are known for warm, lively commentary.

“From the friendly and helpful agents at the cruise terminal to the knowledgeable bus drivers and the interesting route, this Dublin city excursion option is well worth experiencing.”

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Sustainable Connemara and Galway Bay Rail Tour from Dublin - The early train from Dublin to Galway
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Sustainable Connemara and Galway Bay Rail Tour from Dublin

8.Sustainable Connemara and Galway Bay Rail Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 54 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $193

Travel from Dublin Heuston to Galway by reserved-seat train, then tour Connemara by coach with a local driver-guide. You’ll see Kylemore Abbey, Clifden, Roundstone or other coastal stops, and Galway Bay before returning by rail. It is a long, scenery-first day with no hotel pickup and lunch at your own expense.

“An absolutely breathtaking, beautiful tour. Don't miss this picture book destination! Thank you!!!”

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Wicklow Mountains, Avoca and Glendalough Rail Tour from Dublin - The Meeting of the Waters and Wicklow’s narrow roads
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Wicklow Mountains, Avoca and Glendalough Rail Tour from Dublin

9.Wicklow Mountains, Avoca and Glendalough Rail Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 49 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $128

You’ll ride from Dublin to Arklow, visit Avoca Handweavers, then continue by coach through Wicklow to Glendalough’s lakes and monastic ruins. Guides such as Paddy and Liam add local stories while leaving time to explore. The pace is relaxed, but lunch, shopping, and the Glendalough walk all compete for a seven-hour day.

“Very nice tour with friendly guide...you get to see a lot in one day. Visit to the mill felt a bit like a tourist trap.”

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4-Day Cork, Ring of Kerry, Dingle, Cliffs of Moher and Galway Bay Rail Tour - Killarney: the useful three-night base
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4-Day Cork, Ring of Kerry, Dingle, Cliffs of Moher and Galway Bay Rail Tour

10.4-Day Cork, Ring of Kerry, Dingle, Cliffs of Moher and Galway Bay Rail Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 48 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,743

See western Ireland by hosted train and coach, with Blarney Castle, Cobh, the Ring of Kerry, Dingle, Bunratty, the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, and Galway Bay. You stay three nights in Killarney with breakfast. Guides such as Brian, Norman, Jonathan, and Morris have made this trip especially memorable, though B&B locations can vary.

“Great part of Ireland, with knowledgeable tour guides. It would be better to have a B&B right in Killarney, so we could see more of the town.”

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2-Day Cork, Blarney Castle and Ring of Kerry Rail Trip from Dublin - Blarney Castle: stone, stairs, and gardens
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2-Day Cork, Blarney Castle and Ring of Kerry Rail Trip from Dublin

11.2-Day Cork, Blarney Castle and Ring of Kerry Rail Trip from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 47 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $662

Travel from Dublin Heuston Station by reserved train and coach to Blarney Castle, Cork, Cobh, and the Ring of Kerry. You will kiss the Blarney Stone, visit the Queenstown Story, stay overnight in Killarney, and follow the coast and mountains with guides such as Norman, John, Peter, or Jonathan.

“Had an excellant tour with very nice and knowledgeable guides and couteous staff that went to all lengths to take care of all our needs. Thank you”

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6-day All Ireland & Northern Ireland Rail Tour from Dublin - Day three: Bunratty, the Cliffs of Moher, and Galway
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6-day All Ireland & Northern Ireland Rail Tour from Dublin

12.6-day All Ireland & Northern Ireland Rail Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 37 reviews · 6 days (approx.) · from $2,662

Travel Ireland and Northern Ireland with rail tickets, hotels, five breakfasts, coaches, ferries, and local hosts arranged for you. Highlights include Blarney Castle, Cobh, the Ring of Kerry, Bunratty, the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, Inis Mór, Titanic Belfast, and a Belfast bus tour. Guide Brendon is one named host, and groups can reach 53 people.

“Your guide Brendon is awesome. Great experience Very informative great hotels and food stops good vans and buses”

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2-Day Cliffs of Moher, Connemara and Galway Bay Rail Tour from Dublin - The Cliffs of Moher: magnificent, but keep an eye on the clock
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2-Day Cliffs of Moher, Connemara and Galway Bay Rail Tour from Dublin

13.2-Day Cliffs of Moher, Connemara and Galway Bay Rail Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 30 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $610

Travel from Dublin to western Ireland by reserved train and guided coach, with Bunratty Castle, the Cliffs of Moher, Galway Bay, Killary Harbour, Spiddal and Kylemore Abbey. You stay one night in central Galway with breakfast. Guides such as Seamus and Bob have led departures, but routes can change.

“The cliffs are worth the effort, we knew what to expect yet arriving it was breathtaking. We didn't know what to expect of Connemara, and found this to be the highlight of our vacation! What an unexpected surprise if beauty.”

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2-Day 'Game of Thrones' Rail Tour from Dublin Incl. Belfast and Giant's Causeway - Your Belfast hotel and the question of value
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2-Day ‘Game of Thrones’ Rail Tour from Dublin Incl. Belfast and Giant’s Causeway

14.2-Day ‘Game of Thrones’ Rail Tour from Dublin Incl. Belfast and Giant’s Causeway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $625

Travel by rail from Dublin to Belfast, spend a free day with hop-on hop-off bus access and Titanic Belfast admission, then join a guided Game of Thrones tour to Cushendun, Dark Hedges, Ballintoy, and Giant’s Causeway. Guides such as Derek and Philip bring the filming sites and Northern Irish stories to life.

“The tour guide was very knowledgeable. The night in Belfast was at an amazing hotel. I really enjoyed the diversity this tour allowed for.”

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2-Day Northern Ireland Rail Tour: Belfast, Antrim Coast, and Giant's Causeway - Two hours among the columns at Giant’s Causeway
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2-Day Northern Ireland Rail Tour: Belfast, Antrim Coast, and Giant’s Causeway

15.2-Day Northern Ireland Rail Tour: Belfast, Antrim Coast, and Giant’s Causeway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $506

Travel from Dublin to Belfast by rail, sleep near Great Victoria Street, then tour the Antrim Coast by coach with a local guide. You’ll see Dunluce Castle, walk around Giant’s Causeway, and cross Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge when open. Guides such as Patrick, Sean, and John add local stories, though Belfast sightseeing time is short.

“The guys who accompanied us on the train were so nice. We were the only ones in our group so we got a lot of insights on Ireland and it's cultural norms. Belfast was great loved the hotel! and the drive along the coast was stunning. The hanging bridge and Giant's Causeway were just incredible.... so glad we made that trip to Northern Ireland - we saw a LOT in a short time.”

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