The average train between Kilkenny and Thurles takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilkenny to Thurles. 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 Thurles. 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 Thurles at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kilkenny to Thurles? 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 Thurles. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny station and arriving at Thurles station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
Kilkenny to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.
Kilkenny to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Thurles station.
The distance between Kilkenny and Thurles is 38.1 km. The road distance is 172 km.
You can take a train from Kilkenny to Thurles via Kildare and Portlaoise in around 2h 45m.