The average train between Kilkenny and Antrim takes 6h 28m and the fastest train takes 5h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilkenny to Antrim. 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 5 times a day between Kilkenny and Antrim. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kilkenny is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Antrim at 10:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 6h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 1m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kilkenny to Antrim? 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 Kilkenny to Antrim. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny station and arriving at Belfast Grand Central station via Dublin Heuston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.
Kilkenny to Antrim train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.
Kilkenny to Antrim train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.
The distance between Kilkenny and Antrim is 239.5 km. The road distance is 288 km.
You can take a train from Kilkenny to Antrim via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Grand Central in around 5h 30m.