The average train between Kilkenny and NUIG takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilkenny to NUIG. 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 NUIG. 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 NUIG at 10:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kilkenny to NUIG? 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 NUIG. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny station and arriving at NUIG station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.
Kilkenny to NUIG train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.
Kilkenny to NUIG train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Galway station.
The distance between Kilkenny and NUIG is 139.6 km. The road distance is 242 km.
You can take a train from Kilkenny to NUIG via Kildare, Portarlington, and Galway in around 4h 20m.