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The 4 Best Train Experiences in Ireland, Compared

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

Dublin to Cork, Blarney Castle & Cóbh Heritage Centre by train - Getting to Cóbh: the short Cork moments, and why timing matters

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 510 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $195Our pick

Train to Cork, Blarney Castle and Cobh by Queenstown Heritage Centre, with Blarney Stone time, included admissions, and a long day.

“I really enjoyed this tour. Blarney castle was beautiful and we were quickly able to climb to the top. I loved the Titanic tour. We’re able to learn so much more about this last port of call as well as some history on the passengers. Only thing I wished we were able to do was capture the same photo of the colorful houses and cathedral behind it. Our driver took us in a different direction. Prepare yourself for a long train ride though.”

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Sustainable Ring of Kerry Rail Tour from Dublin

Sustainable Ring of Kerry Rail Tour from Dublin - Price and value: what you are really paying for

2.Sustainable Ring of Kerry Rail Tour from Dublin

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

Dublin to the Ring of Kerry by train and coach. See Lakes of Killarney, photo stops, and sheepdog herding. Long day, good value.

“Absolutely loved this trip. Beautiful scenery with some awesome little stops along the way. Loved our stop in Kerry Bog village and even got to watch a sheep dog performance. John and Sheila were fantastic as our tour guide and driver respectively. John even helped our girls get a cultural exchange by arranging for them to ride the train with some local Irish kids. Probably the best tour we went on during our time in Ireland.”

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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 - Day 3 From Limerick to the Cliffs, Then Burren Photos to Galway

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

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

3 days by rail and coach with Blarney, Cobh, Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, and Galway, plus 2 nights in Killarney B&B.

“Absolutely amazing! John was an outstanding tour guide and you could see how passionate he is about Ireland and its rich history. This is worth it for a first time traveler to Ireland because I feel like you get the most out of your trip. You don't have to worry about driving and you can enjoy the scenery. Such an amazing tour and so worth it if you only have a few days in Ireland.”

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Rail Tour: The Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle Tour

Rail Tour: The Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle Tour - Dublin to Limerick: start early, but it saves your day

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

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

Ride rails from Dublin to Limerick, Bunratty Castle, and the Cliffs of Moher, then the Burren and Galway. Long day, great value.

“Unfortunately we weren't able to go to the Cliffs because of weather. The guide did everything he could to make the experience better but we didn't really get what we paid for”

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