Visiting Kilkeel

Kilkeel is on your list of places to visit - fantastic. Let's talk about restaurants, getting there and some tips about what to do when you arrive.

What Should I Do In Kilkeel?

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FAQs About Kilkeel

How Do I Get To Kilkeel?

Driving directions to Kilkeel:

  1. If you are coming from Newry, take the A2 south towards Warrenpoint. Follow the signs to Kilkeel once you reach Warrenpoint.
  2. If you are coming from Belfast, take the A24 south to Newcastle. Then take the A2 towards Kilkeel and follow the signs.
  3. If you are coming from Dublin, take the M1 to Dundalk. Then take the A1 north towards Newry and follow the directions from there.

Rail directions to Kilkeel:

  1. There is no rail station in Kilkeel. The nearest train station is Newry, which is 26 miles away.
  2. If you are coming from Belfast, take the train south to Newry. Then take a bus or taxi to Kilkeel.
  3. If you are coming from Dublin, take a train or bus north to Newry. Then take a bus or taxi to Kilkeel.

If you are already in the Newry and Mourne district, you can take a bus or taxi directly to Kilkeel. From Warrenpoint, there are regular bus services to Kilkeel. If you are visiting other landmarks in the area, such as the Mourne Mountains or Carlingford Lough, it is best to have your own vehicle to get around.

What's The Nearest Airport To Kilkeel?

The closest airport to Kilkeel is Belfast International Airport, which is approximately 51 miles away. The suggested route is to take the A2 road towards Newry, and then join the A1 towards Belfast. Follow signs for Belfast International Airport from there.

Where Is Kilkeel?

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