The 15 Dublin Train Journeys Worth the Detour

Northern Ireland Including Giant's Causeway Rail Tour from Dublin - Starting before breakfast at Connolly Station

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

Review of the Dublin to Giant’s Causeway rail and coach tour, with route details, costs, timing, guide tips, and advice on who should book.

“This was a great trip. We took the train thinking it would be another great way to see Ireland. Really didn't see much from the train to warrant the additional expense. Save your money and take the bus tour from Dublin. Tour guides were knowledgeable and fun to chat with. Our favorite part was the Carricke rope bridge - fantastic vews of the coast. Giant's Causeway is just Ok.”

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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

Review of the Ring of Kerry rail and coach tour from Dublin, with scenic stops, guide tips, costs, timing, and practical advice.

“Batt was the driver and he was amazing. So many wonderful anecdotes and history. Very enjoyable and memorable, despite the weather not being ideal. Eddie, our tour leader, was also great. Helpful, professional, and knew his stuff. Highly recommend.”

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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

Review of the 3-day Ireland rail tour from Dublin to Blarney, Cobh, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Bunratty, and the Cliffs of Moher.

“NEVER book through Viator. Book straight through the actual company giving the tour-Rail Tours. We paid more than others and received less. Viator refused to do anything about our unacceptable bed-n-breakfast. Had we booked through Rail Tours we would have been in a hotel and been given additional perks. Tour itself is pretty good-lots of tour buses on the same tour and it sometimes felt like herding cattle.”

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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

Review of Ireland’s rail tour to Bunratty Castle, the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Galway, and the practical trade-offs of a long day.

“So glad we did this! David was our tour guide, and definitely a true joy. It is not only a cool way to see the country, but it packs a TON in. We definitely know if we come back, where else we’d want to spend more time. To top it off, we loved being in Galway in November—tons of Christmas events and just a cute little town.”

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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

Review the Ring of Kerry rail tour from Dublin, with train travel, Killarney, mountain views, practical tips, value, and accessibility.

“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

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

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

Review the Dublin to Aran Islands scenic flight and Galway rail tour, with itinerary details, costs, weather risks, timing, and booking advice.

“The tour went well, a little unclear as to returning where to meet guide, much was self guided. Overall glad I went”

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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

Review of Dublin’s cruise excursion with coastal rail, live-guided buses, Trinity College access, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“The guides (there were two) were knowledgeable, lively and fun. They had plenty of anecdotes and fun facts to offer when the bus was stopped at a light, for example, and was never boring.”

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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

Review of the Dublin to Connemara rail tour, with Kylemore Abbey, Galway Bay scenery, train tips, costs, timing, and honest drawbacks.

“Very organized and the guides were knowledgeable and friendly. The description said a photo stop at the Abbey but we were there for 2.5 hours.”

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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

Review of the Wicklow Mountains, Avoca and Glendalough rail tour from Dublin, with train views, village stops, pricing, tips, and who should book.

“Very full itinery with many areas of interest. We wouldn't have seen most of this if we had gone it alone. Loved the train journey. The tour guide Liam was very knowledgable and kept us up to date with lots of information about all the places we visited. Well worth a visit.”

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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

Explore Cork, Blarney, Kerry, Dingle, the Cliffs of Moher and Galway Bay by train and coach on this scenic 4-day Ireland tour.

“I didn't reailize that the trip was basically 4 day trips, but it worked out well. There was just a bit of a different flow because I basically had a different tour guide for the different days. I had Dave as my guide two days who was stellar. He went above and beyond, and was a treasure chest of information. He was very helpful with questions as well. Was a great way to see the scenic parts of Ireland packed into 4 days. Stayed at a great B and B in Kilarney with this tour called Robeen House. It was nice to see have the different day trips but have…”

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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

Review of the 2-day rail and coach trip from Dublin to Blarney Castle, Cobh, Killarney, and the Ring of Kerry, with practical booking advice.

“Well organized and very informative! Not to mention fun!”

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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

Six days by rail and coach through Ireland and Northern Ireland, with Blarney, Kerry, Galway, the Aran Islands, and Belfast included.

“My mother and I did a trip to Ireland together and chose rail tours to experience outside of Dublin. So glad we did! It was a wonderful experience, all of the guides were extremely knowledgeable and personable. It felt like being with informed friends. All our accommodations were great and all guess work was taken out of it for us. They took care of everything and the one glitch they worked quickly to help us resolve. Could not be happier with out experience.”

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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

Review of the 2-day rail and coach tour from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher, Galway, and Connemara, with hotel and breakfast included.

“The Irish Rail tour guides & local guides provided an authentic experience about Irish history & the lives of people through the centuries in Galway & County Clare The Conamurra trip was replaced with a ferry tour with very little fuss to one of the three Aran Islands. John O’ Connell provided an Irish commentary of life lived on the islands”

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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

Review of the 2-day Game of Thrones rail tour from Dublin, with Belfast, Titanic Belfast, Dark Hedges, Giant’s Causeway, hotel and tips.

“Day 1: Spending the evening in Belfast at the Europa was really cool. They were extremely accommodating when an issue arose with us needing to change rooms. The process was super simple and well explained. Belfast has a grittier feel than Dublin for sure, but it has come a long way as I understand and seems like it is ready to welcome the tourism industry back with open arms. Also very cool to get a better understanding of the Troubles from a local perspective. Hop on Hop off in Belfast was full of great info. Spent a late night at Robinsons Tavern across from the Europa singing dancing and having…”

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