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9 Best Train Experiences In Ireland

Ireland's standouts.

The 9 most popular train experiences in Ireland. What each one actually includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.

9 Best Train Experiences In Ireland

Dublin to Cork, Blarney Castle & Cóbh Heritage Centre by train

Dublin to Cork, Blarney Castle & Cóbh Heritage Centre by train - Cork First: Getting to Blarney Without Wrestling the City

1.Dublin to Cork, Blarney Castle & Cóbh Heritage Centre by train

Most Popular★ 4.5

Train to Cork, Blarney Castle, then Cobh Heritage Centre with Titanic-era and emigration stories, plus time to shop and breathe.

“We had a great time visiting all of the sites on this trip, worth the price and definitely recommend. The guide did an excellent job giving historical information and when we got to Blarney Castle we really liked that we were given a solo opportunity to explore and experience the grounds on our own. We…”

510 reviews12 hours (approx.)From $195.33by Railtours Ireland First Class

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Northern Ireland Including Giant’s Causeway Rail Tour from Dublin

Northern Ireland Including Giant's Causeway Rail Tour from Dublin - Giant’s Causeway: two hours to face 40,000 basalt columns

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

★ 4.5

A full-day rail-and-coach trip from Dublin to Northern Ireland for Giant’s Causeway and a Dunluce Castle photo stop.

“Everything was on spot! We traveled from Florida and my friend from St Louis. We did not know what to expect. Ian our tour guide is so full of knowledges and made us feel very welcome. We were very lucky to have him. The sights were so amazing. Just how I pictured Ireland to be.…”

325 reviews13 hours (approx.)From $194.92by Railtours Ireland First Class

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Sustainable Ring of Kerry Rail Tour from Dublin

Sustainable Ring of Kerry Rail Tour from Dublin - Heuston timing and the real logistics of an early start

3.Sustainable Ring of Kerry Rail Tour from Dublin

★ 4.5

Rail and coach day tour from Dublin to Ireland’s Ring of Kerry with guided stops, Lakes of Killarney, and famous sheepdog herding moments.

“Wonderful tour guides and driver, (Batman) extremely knowledgable and a wonderful story teller.The sheep herding experience was once in a lifetime.”

277 reviews15 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $194.93by Railtours Ireland First Class

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

3-Day Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry, & Cliffs of Moher Rail tour - Cobh Heritage Centre: Queenstown Story Beats a Drive-By Every Time

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

★ 4.5

3 days by rail and coach from Dublin to Blarney, Ring of Kerry, and Cliffs of Moher, with 2 B&B nights and guided stops.

“We really enjoyed this tour and the stops to see places we would have never known or come across on our own. Our tour guide John was excellent, shared lots of interesting and helpful information along the way. He also went above and beyond to make sure everyone knew the plan and was taken care…”

211 reviews3 days (approx.)From $1,254.55by Railtours Ireland First Class

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Rail Tour: The Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle Tour

Rail Tour: The Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle Tour - Limerick First Stop: Treaty City and Angela’s Ashes

Rail Tour from Dublin: The Ring of Kerry

Rail Tour from Dublin: The Ring of Kerry - Dublin Heuston check-in: getting on the train fast (6:40 a.m. matters)

6.Rail Tour from Dublin: The Ring of Kerry

★ 4.4

From Dublin by train, see Carrauntoohil, Moll’s Gap and Killarney lakes on a guided Ring of Kerry loop, returning by 21:15.

“This tour was an amazing day full of incredible sights and experiences! The countryside was so majestic with its beautiful rugged landscape! The train ride was smooth and comfortable but since we traveled on a Thursday night on the return, it was a totally packed commute. The tour guides and coach driver, made for a…”

106 reviewsFrom $158by Railtours Ireland First Class

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Cork and Blarney Castle Visit from Cobh by Train

Cork and Blarney Castle Visit from Cobh by Train - From Cork Kent Station to Blarney Castle: a guided transfer that saves your energy

Aran Islands Scenic Flight and Galway Rail Tour from Dublin

Aran Islands Scenic Flight and Galway Rail Tour from Dublin - The “land-to-air” connection: where small details matter

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

★ 4.0

Scenic flight to Inis Mór plus train and Galway free time. Small group, expert hosts, and Dun Aonghusa views, weather-dependent.

“Although the trip was generally well run and efficient, the connection on the island with the local guide for the island tour left much to be desired. We were given poor connection information and and it took an hour to find the guide. That was a terrible waste of our time.”

102 reviews14 hours (approx.)From $247.27by Railtours Ireland First Class

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