The average train between Kilkenny and Lisburn takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilkenny to Lisburn. 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 Lisburn. 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 Lisburn at 10:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 31m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kilkenny to Lisburn? 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 Lisburn. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny station and arriving at Lisburn station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.
Kilkenny to Lisburn train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.
Kilkenny to Lisburn train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portadown station.
The distance between Kilkenny and Lisburn is 222.8 km. The road distance is 300 km.
You can take a train from Kilkenny to Lisburn via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Portadown in around 4h 30m.