The average train between Kilkenny and Dundalk takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilkenny to Dundalk. 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 Kilkenny and Dundalk. 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 Dundalk at 8:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 4m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kilkenny to Dundalk? 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 Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny station and arriving at Dundalk station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Kilkenny to Dundalk train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.
Kilkenny to Dundalk train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dundalk station.
The distance between Kilkenny and Dundalk is 159.6 km. The road distance is 219 km.
You can take a train from Kilkenny to Dundalk via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 13m.