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
€95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cavan in April
Estimated hotel price
€95
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 96 km from Cavan. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from Ireland. 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 102 km from Cavan. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Budget, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cavan, including Bus, National Express and Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Cavan takes 177 km and will cost you around €14. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about €87 for a journey of 893 km.

Plane

Although Cavan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 96 km from Cavan. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from Ireland. 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 102 km from Cavan. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Budget, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cavan, including Bus, National Express and Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Cavan takes 177 km and will cost you around €14. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about €87 for a journey of 893 km.

Airports near Cavan

Airlines serving Cavan

Lufthansa
Good (7,199 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,358 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,838 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,679 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,005 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,833 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,684 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,570 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (857 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,575 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,948 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,388 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,824 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,322 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,305 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,332 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,241 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,233 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,915 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cavan

Average rates range from around €93 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €189 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 €40 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 28% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay €1.75 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 €20.95 and €27.93.

Hiring a car in Cavan costs €40 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 28% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay €1.75 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 €20.95 and €27.93.