You don't need a car to enjoy a break in Kildare. The Silken Thomas is in the centre of Kildare Town, minutes from the train station and less than a 10-minute walk from Kildare Village. Arrive by train or coach, walk to the shops, the cathedral and the heritage centre, and use a taxi for anything further afield.
Getting here by train
Kildare station is on the main line from Dublin Heuston, with frequent trains throughout the day, and services also connect Kildare with towns and cities across Ireland. From the station, it's just a few minutes to Market Square, so you can be checked in and out exploring in no time. Check the Irish Rail website for timetables.
By coach and from Dublin Airport
Dublin Coach runs regular services from Dublin Airport and Dublin city, with a stop just moments from The Silken Thomas. Dublin Airport is just over an hour away, making Kildare an easy first or last night for visitors flying in and out of Ireland.
What you can do on foot
Kildare Village: Ireland's leading designer outlet, less than a 10-minute walk away. See our Kildare Village shopping guide.
St Brigid's Cathedral and Round Tower: just off Market Square, with a round tower you can climb in season.
Kildare Town Heritage Centre: right on Market Square, moments from our door.
Eat and drink: breakfast, lunch and dinner in our award-winning restaurant, and a traditional Irish bar for the evening.
Taxis for everything else
For the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens (around 15 minutes), the Curragh Racecourse (around 10 minutes) or Newbridge Silverware, book a taxi through the FREE NOW app or ask our reception team to arrange one for you.
Train and coach timetables change, so check the Irish Rail and Dublin Coach websites before you travel.
