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

The cheapest way to get from Bunratty to Kilkenny is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bunratty to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Bunratty and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Bunratty to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Bunratty and arriving at Ormonde Road via Limerick Colbert and Clonmel Showgs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Bunratty and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Bunratty to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Bunratty to Kilkenny?

The distance between Bunratty and Kilkenny is 146 km. The road distance is 126.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bunratty to Kilkenny without a car is to bus which takes 4h 32m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Bunratty to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bunratty to Kilkenny bus from?

Bunratty to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Limerick Colbert station.

Where do I catch the Bunratty to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Bunratty to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Bunratty to Kilkenny is to bus which takes 4h 32m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Bunratty to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Bunratty to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Clonmel Showgs station.

Where does the Bunratty to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bunratty to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Bunratty to Kilkenny is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Bunratty to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 152+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Clonmel Showgsbus 55
2. Take the bus from Clonmel Showgs to Ormonde Roadbus 717
4h 32m
€29–41
Drive 126.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bunratty to Kilkennycar 126.1 km
1h 53m
€23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
5h 11m
€32–46
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Bunratty to Red Cow Luasbus 300
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
4h 37m
€28–42
Bus via Carrick-on-Suir
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 47m

Bunratty to Kilkenny by bus

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Distance: 146.2 km
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Bunratty to Ormonde Road via Limerick Colbert and Clonmel Showgs in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bunratty to Kilkenny via Limerick Colbert, Limerick, and Kildare in around 5h 11m.

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