The average train between Kilkenny and Tralee takes 8h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilkenny to Tralee. 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 Tralee. 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 Tralee at 10:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 8h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 25m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kilkenny to Tralee? 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 Tralee. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny station and arriving at Tralee station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.
Kilkenny to Tralee train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.
Kilkenny to Tralee train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tralee station.
The distance between Kilkenny and Tralee is 171.4 km. The road distance is 365 km.
You can take a train from Kilkenny to Tralee via Kildare, Portlaoise, and Mallow in around 6h 9m.