Birr is located in the centre of Ireland and nestled within miles of rolling countryside, mountains, meandering rivers and stunning landscapes.
Part of Ireland's Hidden Heartlands, a trip to Birr is the perfect way to get off the beaten track and explore the Midlands' fascinating history and unique beauty.
Turning back the clock to the elegance of the Georgian age, Birr has stayed true to its 18th and 19th Century character with its tree lined malls and avenues around formal and well planned blocks of easy on the eye street vistas. Birr is a haven of olde worlde elegance with cafés and boutiques filled with character.
Getting Here
By Car
Birr is easily accessible in the centre of Ireland on the N62 route and from Roscrea (19kms) following the N63.
​Driving time to Birr is an average of 1 1/2 hours from Dublin or Galway. ​​
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A number of streets in the town, including Main Street, operate a one-way traffic street.
By Bus
Kearns Transport
This Birr-based bus company operates reliable services between Birr and Tullamore as well as daily services between Birr and Dublin, Birr and Maynooth plus Birr and Galway.
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TFI Local Link Laois and Offaly
TFI Local Link Laois Offaly co-ordinate rural bus transport services across Laois and Offaly. Regular Rural Services operate to a set timetable multiple times a day, 7 days a week and do not require booking.
By Train
Irish Rail operates a train service to Tullamore which is the nearest train station to Birr.
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Note: Tullamore is 35km approx from Birr with regular bus services to the town listed above.
Parking
Birr is small and easily walkable in 10-15 minutes.
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Paid parking is in operation on a number of streets (including Emmet Square) as well as at the Marian Hall Carpark on Cornmarket Street.
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There is a free car park located just off Wilmer Road behind the town's playground (just a few minutes walk to our Festival Venues).
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There is also free on-street parking on Oxmantown Mall. Please take care not to obstruct resident driveways/access.