What is the cheapest way to get from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny?

The cheapest way to get from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny is to drive which costs €5 - €9 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny?

The fastest way to get from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 30 min and costs €5 - €9.

Is there a direct bus between Abbeyleix and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Abbeyleix and arriving at Kilkenny - Dunnes Stores via Cullohill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Abbeyleix and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny?

The distance between Abbeyleix and Kilkenny is 45 km. The road distance is 32.9 km.

How do I travel from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny without a car?

The best way to get from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny without a car is to bus and line 491 bus which takes 1h 50m and costs €6 - €10.

How long does it take to get from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Abbeyleix to Kilkenny bus from?

Abbeyleix to Kilkenny bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, depart from Abbeyleix station.

Where do I catch the Abbeyleix to Kilkenny train from?

Abbeyleix to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kildare station.

Train or bus from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny is to bus and line 491 bus which takes 1h 50m and costs €6 - €10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €15 - €23 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Abbeyleix to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Abbeyleix to Kilkenny bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Cullahill station.

Where does the Abbeyleix to Kilkenny train arrive?

Abbeyleix to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kilkenny station.

Can I drive from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Abbeyleix to Kilkenny is 33 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 162+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Abbeyleix to Kilkenny - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 491 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 491 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Abbeyleix to Cullahillbus 858
2. Take the bus from Cullohill to Kilkenny - Dunnes Storesbus 491
1h 50m
€7–10
Drive 32.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Abbeyleix to Kilkennycar 32.9 km
30 min
€6–9
Train
1. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 12m
€16–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Abbeyleix to Kilkennytaxi 32.9 km
30 min
€45–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Market Yardbus 838
3h 20m
€16–23

Abbeyleix to Kilkenny by bus and train

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 44.5 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Abbeyleix, Ireland and Kilkenny, IE-KK, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Abbeyleix to Kilkenny - Dunnes Stores via Cullahill and Cullohill in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Kilkenny hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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