The average train between Kilkenny and Killarney takes 8h 2m and the fastest train takes 4h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilkenny to Killarney. 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 Killarney. 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 Killarney at 10:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 8h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 43m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kilkenny to Killarney? 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 Killarney. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny station and arriving at Killarney station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.
Kilkenny to Killarney train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.
Kilkenny to Killarney train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Killarney station.
The distance between Kilkenny and Killarney is 166.7 km. The road distance is 330 km.
You can take a train from Kilkenny to Killarney via Kildare, Portlaoise, and Mallow in around 5h 30m.