The average train between Thurles and Kilkenny takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Thurles 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 Thurles and Kilkenny. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thurles is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Kilkenny at 9:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Portlaoise and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 32m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Thurles 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 Thurles to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Thurles station and arriving at Kilkenny station via Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Thurles to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Thurles station.
Thurles to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kilkenny station.
The distance between Thurles and Kilkenny is 38.1 km. The road distance is 172 km.
You can take a train from Thurles to Kilkenny via Portlaoise and Kildare in around 3h 19m.