The average train between Dublin Port and Kilkenny takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Dublin Port 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 Dublin Port and Kilkenny. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dublin Port is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Kilkenny at 10:12 PM. All services require a transfer at Heuston and take an average of 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dublin Port to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Dublin Port station and arriving at Kilkenny station via Kilkenny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.
Dublin Port to Kilkenny train services, operated by Luas, depart from Dublin Heuston station.
Dublin Port to Kilkenny train services, operated by Luas, arrive at Kilkenny station.
The distance between Dublin Port and Kilkenny is 104 km. The road distance is 134 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkenny hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 45m.