The average train between Kilkenny and Rathgar takes 2h 14m 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.
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 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kilkenny to Rathgar? 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 Rathgar. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny station and arriving at Rathgar station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Kilkenny to Rathgar train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.
Kilkenny to Rathgar train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.
The distance between Kilkenny and Rathgar is 98.1 km. The road distance is 135 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 33m.