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

The cheapest way to get from Ballyfin to Kilkenny is to drive which costs €8 - €13 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballyfin to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 50 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Ballyfin and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballyfin to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Ballyfin and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via Portlaoise JFL Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Ballyfin and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Ballyfin to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Ballyfin to Kilkenny?

The distance between Ballyfin and Kilkenny is 123 km. The road distance is 51.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballyfin to Kilkenny without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs €27 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Ballyfin to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballyfin to Kilkenny bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballyfin to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballyfin to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Ballyfin to Kilkenny is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs €27 - €40. Alternatively, you can line 544 bus and bus, which costs €18 - €28 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Ballyfin to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Ballyfin to Kilkenny bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Port Laoise station.

Where does the Ballyfin to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballyfin to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballyfin to Kilkenny is 52 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Ballyfin to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 162+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Ballyfin to Kilkenny - 5 ways to travel via train, line 544 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
2h 45m
€28–37
Drive 51.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballyfin to Kilkennycar 51.7 km
50 min
€9–13
Line 544 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Ballyfin to Port Laoisebus 544 / ...
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Kilkenny Stnbus 73
3h 6m
€18–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballyfin to Kilkennytaxi 51.7 km
50 min
€75–90
Line 544 bus, bus via Market Yard
1. Take the bus from Ballyfin to Port Laoisebus 544 / ...
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Market Yardbus 838
3h 33m
€14–22

Ballyfin to Kilkenny by bus

3Weekly Buses

3h 6mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.4 km
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a vehicle from Ballyfin to Kilkenny via Portlaoise and Kildare in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballyfin to Kilkenny Stn via Port Laoise and Portlaoise JFL Ave in around 3h 6m.

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