Cavan travel guide

Cavan Tourism | Cavan Guide

You're Going to Love Cavan

With a population of 6,388, Cavan is the largest city in Cavan, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cavan to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Cavan

Cavan in April
Estimated hotel price
€97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cavan in April
Estimated hotel price
€97
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cavan

Plane

Although Cavan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 59 miles from Cavan. The shortest domestic flight to Cavan departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Cavan is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 63 miles from Cavan. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Budget, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cavan, including National Express, Bus Éireann and Bus. From Belfast, the bus ride to Cavan takes 110 miles and will cost you around €25. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about €81 for a journey of 555 miles.

Plane

Although Cavan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 59 miles from Cavan. The shortest domestic flight to Cavan departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Cavan is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 63 miles from Cavan. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Budget, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cavan, including National Express, Bus Éireann and Bus. From Belfast, the bus ride to Cavan takes 110 miles and will cost you around €25. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about €81 for a journey of 555 miles.

Airports near Cavan

Airlines serving Cavan

Lufthansa
Good (4,663 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,546 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,619 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,305 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,954 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,121 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,463 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,869 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (824 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cavan

Average rates range from around €99 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €160 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cavan

Hiring a car in Cavan

Hiring a car in Cavan costs €35 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay €1.82 per litre in Cavan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €21.77 and €29.03. The most frequently booked car type in Cavan is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Cavan costs €35 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay €1.82 per litre in Cavan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €21.77 and €29.03. The most frequently booked car type in Cavan is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.