The average train between Kilkenny and Portlaoise takes 1h 55m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilkenny to Portlaoise. 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 Portlaoise. 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 Portlaoise at 11:25 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 46m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Kilkenny to Portlaoise? 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 Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny station and arriving at Portlaoise station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.
Kilkenny to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.
Kilkenny to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portlaoise station.
The distance between Kilkenny and Portlaoise is 42.4 km. The road distance is 115 km.
You can take a train from Kilkenny to Portlaoise via Kildare in around 2h 5m.