Discover the Rich History of The Grey Abbey

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start by getting onto the M7 motorway. Depending on your starting point in Leinster, you may need to take connecting roads to get to the M7. Once you are on the M7, head towards Kildare. Take exit 12 for the N7 towards Waterford. Merge onto the N7 and continue for a few miles until you reach the Kildare exit. Follow the signs for Kildare town. In Kildare town, navigate to Grey Abbey Road, which is located near the Kildare Village shopping outlet. The Grey Abbey will be on your left. Parking is available nearby.

• Public Transportation

  To reach The Grey Abbey using public transportation, you can take a train from Dublin to Kildare. Trains run frequently from Dublin Heuston Station to Kildare. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes. Once you arrive at Kildare train station, exit the station and head towards the bus stop outside. Take a local bus heading towards Kildare town center. Get off at the stop nearest to Grey Abbey Road. From there, it's a short 10-minute walk to The Grey Abbey. Be sure to check the local bus schedules as they may vary.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route without worrying about public transport schedules, consider taking a taxi from Kildare town center or the train station. Taxis are generally available outside the train station and can take you directly to The Grey Abbey. The fare should be relatively inexpensive, typically around €10-€15 depending on traffic.