The average train between Antrim and Kilkenny takes 7h 44m and the fastest train takes 5h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Antrim to Kilkenny. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Antrim and Kilkenny. The earliest departure is at 9:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Antrim is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Kilkenny at 11:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Belfast Grand Central and take an average of 7h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 2m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Antrim to Kilkenny? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Antrim to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Antrim station and arriving at Kilkenny station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.
Antrim to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Grand Central station.
Antrim to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Kilkenny station.
The distance between Antrim and Kilkenny is 239.5 km. The road distance is 347 km.
You can take a train from Antrim to Kilkenny via Belfast Grand Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 53m.