The average train between Newry and Kilkenny takes 5h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Newry to Kilkenny. 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 Newry and Kilkenny. The earliest departure is at 7:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newry is at 9:56 PM which arrives into Kilkenny at 10:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 5h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Newry to Kilkenny? 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 Newry to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Newry station and arriving at Kilkenny station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.
Newry to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink, depart from Newry station.
Newry to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Kilkenny station.
The distance between Newry and Kilkenny is 180 km. The road distance is 243 km.
You can take a train from Newry to Kilkenny via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 8m.