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

The cheapest way to get from Adare to Kilkenny is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adare to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Adare and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Adare to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Adare and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Adare and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Adare to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Adare to Kilkenny?

The distance between Adare and Kilkenny is 320 km. The road distance is 126 km.

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

The best way to get from Adare to Kilkenny without a car is to bus via Dublin which takes 4h 52m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Adare to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adare to Kilkenny bus from?

Adare to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Adare station.

Where do I catch the Adare to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Adare to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Adare to Kilkenny is to bus via Dublin which takes 4h 52m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Adare to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Adare to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Where does the Adare to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Adare to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Adare to Kilkenny is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Adare to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 162+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Adare to Kilkenny - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus via Dublin
best
1. Take the bus from Adare to Red Cow Luasbus 300
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
4h 52m
€28–42
Drive 126 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Adare to Kilkennycar 126 km
1h 52m
€22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
5h 19m
€33–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Clonmel Showgsbus 55
2. Take the bus from Clonmel Showgs to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
4h 57m
€30–42
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from UL East Gate to Carrick-on-Suirbus Ul18
2. Take the bus from Carrick-on-Suir to Kilkenny Stnbus 891 / ...
5h 52m

Adare to Kilkenny by bus

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Distance: 319.7 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Adare to Kilkenny Stn via Red Cow Luas in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Adare to Kilkenny via Limerick Colbert, Limerick, and Kildare in around 5h 19m.

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