The average train between Belfast and Kilkenny takes 6h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Belfast 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 Belfast and Kilkenny. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Belfast is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Kilkenny at 10:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 6h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Belfast 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 Belfast to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Belfast station and arriving at Kilkenny station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.
Belfast to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Grand Central station.
Belfast to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Kilkenny station.
The distance between Belfast and Kilkenny is 233 km. The road distance is 312 km.
You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Kilkenny via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 1m.