The average train between Kilkenny and Cobh takes 7h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilkenny to Cobh. 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 Cobh. 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 Cobh at 1:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 7h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Kilkenny to Cobh? 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 Cobh. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny station and arriving at Cobh station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.
Kilkenny to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.
Kilkenny to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Kilkenny and Cobh is 114.1 km. The road distance is 317 km.
You can take a train from Kilkenny to Cobh via Kildare, Portlaoise, and Cork in around 4h 59m.