Dublin to Bunratty Castle, Cliffs of Moher, Burren Galway by Rail

Overview

Available languages

English

15 hours

Mobile ticket

Explore Ireland's west coast highlights on a coach and rail day trip from Dublin to the wild Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and picturesque Galway Bay.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Check in at 6:40AM! Train departs at 7am & it does not wait. Our yellow check-in stand is located close to the Customer Service Desk at Heuston Station where our representative will be waiting for you in their BRIGHT yellow jacket!

Due to operational reasons it may, on occasion, be necessary to alter certain itineraries.

Children U16 cannot book independently. They must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.

WHEELCHAIR POLICY: Railtours Ireland First Class ltd very successfully offers hosted railtours for the independent traveller. Our tours are a combination of train and luxury coach and include a moderate level of physical activity, such as short walks to meeting points etc. Unfortunately even the most modern luxury coaches (buses) are not wheelchair friendly, thus our tours are not suitable for those with mobility issues, and regretfully walkers, wheelchairs and mobility scooters cannot be accommodated on our tours.

This tour offers stops en route for photographs, shopping, etc.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Qualified driver-guide on coaches

Information pack

Reserved seats on trains

Host on trains

All travel by rail and coach from Dublin Heuston Station

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks, unless specified

What To Expect

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park

After arriving to Limerick, we head out to Bunratty Castle. The castle was completed in 1425 and, after many years of neglect, has been restored to its former glory. There is a folk park here and many of the buildings – including the village – were dismantled at various locations in the region and rebuilt, brick by brick, at their present location.

1 hour 30 minutes•Admission Included

Cliffs of Moher

Enjoy some free time at the Cliffs of Moher - among some of the highest sea cliffs in Europe.

2 hours•Admission Included

Options

Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Galway Bay Rail Tour from Dublin

Reviews

4.60

1,172 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

877

194

Much anticipated tour and experience.
Marilyn A,
Jun 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00
On June 7,we joined this Railtours Ireland offering. We boarded the train easily in Dublin and traveled comfortably to Limerick. We transferred to a bus. I was particularly interested in the drive through Limerick as I am a fan of author, Frank McClure who grew up there and our guide pointed out locales. The bus continued on to Bunratty Castle and an array of charming historical type buildings called the Folk Park. It was all very interesting. We stopped at a pub for a delicious lunch (paid for on our own). We continued on to the Cliffs of Moher which were impressive. It also has a very modern commercial part. We boarded the bus again and made a short stop at the Burren National Park, an amazing vast landscape. We continued on to Galway. We were given free time there (we went to a nice pub for supper). We were guided back on the train and rode back to Dublin. It was a lovely, educational day.
Cliff Experience
Andrew J,
May 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Good experience. Super easy to navigate. Castle was great, cliffs were spectacular. Had lunch and dinner in neat little pubs - we both split the G (look that one up).
The tour is so well...
Christy K,
May 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The tour is so well organized! Andrew was our guide and he was a wealth of information and excellent storyteller, too. I felt we got to experience so much on this tour. I just wish we had more time. I was traveling with a group of 17 and it was easy. I highly recommend and if I ever go back will do this tour again.
Great experience
Juan H,
May 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Very nice experience. The guy (Andrew) in charge of the group was very knowledgeable of the history of the places. I totally recommend it.
Amazing!
KATHI S,
Mar 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Andrew our tour guide was amazing and very knowledgeable. The whole day was well planned out. If you have the opportunity to do this you won’t be disappointed. I suggest to request Andrew for his wit and personality. We would definitely do this tour again.