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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Kilkenny is to train which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Ballina Bus Stn and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ballina and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Kilkenny via Manulla Junction, Portarlington and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Ballina to Kilkenny?

The distance between Ballina and Kilkenny is 362 km. The road distance is 243.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Kilkenny without a car is to bus via Dublin which takes 6h 14m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Ballina to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Kilkenny bus from?

Ballina to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ballina Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Kilkenny train from?

Ballina to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Manulla Junction station.

Train or bus from Ballina to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Ballina to Kilkenny is to bus via Dublin which takes 6h 14m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Ballina to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Ballina to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Heuston Station.

Where does the Ballina to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballina to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Kilkenny is 244 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Ballina to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 160+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Ballina to Kilkenny - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballina to Kilkenny by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Dublin
best
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Heuston Stationbus 22
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
6h 14m
€36–51
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manulla Junction to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
6h 25m
€30–45
Drive 243.7 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Kilkennycar 243.7 km
3h 21m
€41–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Longford Stnbus 22
2. Take the bus from Longford Stn to Kilkenny Stnbus 73
6h 31m
€46–69

Ballina to Kilkenny by bus

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6h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 361.6 km
Duration: 6h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Kilkenny Stn via Heuston Station in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ballina to Kilkenny via Manulla Junction, Portarlington, and Kildare in around 6h 25m.

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