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Trip Overview

The average train between Kilkenny and Rathgar takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilkenny to Rathgar. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 13m
Duration
135 km
Distance
€18
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Kilkenny to Rathgar train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Kilkenny and Rathgar. 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 Rathgar at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 8m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 9m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 14m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 12m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 8m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 9m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 12m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 8m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 9m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 12m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 8m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 15m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 12m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 16m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 12m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 8m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 9m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 12m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 8m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 9m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasLuas2h 14m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 135 km
  • Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Kilkenny, IE-KK, Ireland and Rathgar, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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