Cahir is beside the M8 motorway and on the N24, with bus stops in the centre and a railway station on the Waterford to Limerick Junction line.
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Routes at a glance
| From | By road | Public transport to check |
|---|---|---|
| Dublin | M7, then M8 towards Cork | Bus Éireann 245X |
| Cork | M8 towards Dublin | Bus Éireann 245X |
| Limerick | N24 east towards Cahir | Expressway 55; rail connections via Limerick Junction |
| Clonmel or Waterford | N24 west towards Cahir | Bus Éireann 355 or Expressway 55; Waterford–Limerick Junction rail line |
Use the operator links below for your travel date and return journey. Some rail journeys involve a change at Limerick Junction.
Driving
From Dublin, follow the M7 and M8 towards Cork. From Cork, follow the M8 towards Dublin. Follow signs for Cahir at the appropriate exit.
The N24 connects Cahir with Tipperary town and Limerick to the west, and Clonmel and Waterford to the east.
Plan the route to your actual destination, especially if your accommodation is outside town. Check current traffic, roadworks and toll arrangements before setting out.
Parking in Cahir
There is parking beside the castle and around the town centre. Check current signs for permitted stays, charges and any restrictions.
The castle, Square and Inch Field can be combined on foot. The Swiss Cottage involves a longer journey; see the Coronation Walk before deciding whether to walk or drive.
Parking prices, August 2026
| Parking duration | Price |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | €1.20 |
| Up to 2 hours | €2.20 |
| Up to 3 hours | €3.60 |
| Up to 4 hours | €4.60 |
| All day | €6.00 |
Minimum payment: €1.20. The machine does not give change.
Charging hours: 08:30 to 18:30, Monday to Sunday from April to September and Monday to Saturday from October to March. Sundays are free from October to March.
Buses from Dublin and Cork
Bus Éireann route 245X links Dublin and Cork via Cahir. Check the timetable’s direction and service day.
| Direction | Cahir stop |
|---|---|
| Towards Cork | Castle St Tourist Office |
| Towards Dublin | Castle St, The Gatehouse |
Both stops are on Castle Street. Check the stop shown for your particular departure and return.
The 245X serves Dublin city. If you are arriving at an airport, use the TFI journey planner to plan the connection. Route 245 and route 245X are different services.
Buses along the N24 corridor
Check route 355 for Waterford, Clonmel and Cahir, and Expressway 55 for the Waterford to Limerick corridor.
Use the route’s ticket information and the TFI planner for the exact journey. Do not assume a ticket or travel card accepted on one service is valid on another.
Arriving by train
Cahir station is on the Waterford to Limerick Junction line, with onward connections through Limerick Junction.
Irish Rail lists the station as unstaffed, with no ticket office or ticket machine. If offered a QR ticket, download it before travelling. Printed online tickets need collection at a station with a machine; Irish Rail names Limerick Junction or Waterford according to your direction.
Check connection times, the return train and any accessibility arrangements through Irish Rail before booking.
Once you arrive
The town centre can be explored on foot, but check the route to your accommodation and any outings beyond it. The Swiss Cottage has specific road-access directions.
Find things to do, places to eat and accommodation in the visitor guides.