Why Book a Private Driver from Dublin or Dublin Airport to Killarney?
- Avoid left-hand driving, tolls and parking hassles – relax in a chauffeured luxury vehicle.
- Door-to-door service from any Dublin address or terminal straight to your Killarney hotel.
- Wi-Fi, bottled water and flight tracking included as standard.
- Fixed, transparent rates – no surge pricing, no hidden extras.
Killarney at a Glance – Gateway to the Ring of Kerry, Dingle and Beara
Set beside the pristine Lakes of Killarney and the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, Killarney has captivated travellers since Queen Victoria’s visit in 1861. Today it is Ireland’s adventure and scenery hotspot, crowned “Ireland’s Friendliest Town 2024” by the Irish Independent and home to the country’s first national park (1932).
Five Essential Killarney Experiences
- Gap of Dunloe Jaunting-Car & Lake Cruise – horse-drawn cart through a glacier valley, return by open boat across three lakes.
- Sunrise Hike of Carrauntoohil – conquer Ireland’s highest peak (1,039 m) before breakfast.
- Private Tour of Muckross House & Victorian Gardens – lakeside mansion with 19th-century interiors.
- Sunset Kayak to Ross Castle – paddle past 15th-century battlements while bats flit overhead.
- Old-Town Whiskey & Artisan Chocolate Trail – meet master distillers and bean-to-bar chocolatiers.
One-Day Trips You Can Take from Killarney
All destinations below are comfortable day tours – no hotel change required.
- Ring of Kerry (start 5 min) – Ladies View, Sneem village, Skellig Ring viewpoints.
- Dingle Peninsula (1 h) – Slea Head Drive, Gallarus Oratory, Blasket Centre.
- Ring of Beara (50 min) – hair-pin Healy Pass, colourful Allihies, copper-mining heritage.
- Mizen Head (2 h) – Ireland’s most south-westerly point with a dramatic cliff-edge footbridge.
- Garnish Island & Glengarriff (1 h 15 min) – subtropical Ilnacullin Gardens, seal-spotting boat ride.
- Bantry House & Gardens (1 h 20 min) – 18th-century stately home overlooking Bantry Bay.
- Sheep’s Head Peninsula (1 h 45 min) – lighthouse cliff trail and award-winning seafood cafés.
- Gougane Barra Forest Park (1 h 10 min) – lake-side St Finbarr’s Oratory, forest walking loops.
- Valentia Island (1 h 10 min) – Bray Head cliff walk, tetrapod fossil footprints.
- Skellig Michael Boat Tour (1 h 15 min to Portmagee) – UNESCO monastic island (May–Sep sailings).
- Kenmare Town (35 min) – gourmet dining, craft boutiques and Wednesday market.
- Blarney Castle & Gardens (1 h 25 min) – kiss the Blarney Stone and stroll 60 acres of themed gardens.
Transfer Details, Pricing and Optional Stop
- Distance: ~310 km from Dublin Airport to central Killarney.
- Journey Time: approx. 3 hours 15 minutes including a 20-minute refreshment break.
- Optional Sightseeing Stop: Rock of Cashel (+€60 for 1 hour, +€100 for 2 hours).
Sample One-Way Fares (All Inclusive)
- Premium Sedan (Mercedes-Benz S-Class / Audi A8, up to 3 guests, 2 large suitcases) – €680.
- Mercedes MPV / V-Class (up to 7 guests, 7 suitcases) – €620.
Why Choose Viptransfer.ie
Viptransfer.ie combines reliable chauffeur service with insider travel advice and clear, upfront pricing. Whether you need a simple one-way transfer from Dublin Airport to Killarney or a multi-day private tour, our locally based team delivers comfort, flexibility and value.
Your Journey, Your Way – book your next transfer with a trusted Irish operator and explore Killarney.