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

The cheapest way to get from Charlestown to Kilkenny is to bus via Dublin which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charlestown to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Charlestown and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlestown to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Charlestown and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Charlestown and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Charlestown to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Claremorris and arriving at Kilkenny via Portarlington and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Charlestown to Kilkenny?

The distance between Charlestown and Kilkenny is 321 km. The road distance is 204.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Charlestown to Kilkenny without a car is to bus via Dublin which takes 5h 38m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Charlestown to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlestown to Kilkenny bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Charlestown to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Charlestown to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Charlestown to Kilkenny is to bus via Dublin which takes 5h 38m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Charlestown to Kilkenny bus arrive?

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

Where does the Charlestown to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Charlestown to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlestown to Kilkenny is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Charlestown to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 160+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

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

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

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Bus via Dublin
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1. Take the bus from Charlestown to Heuston Stationbus 22
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
5h 38m
€33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Claremorris to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
6h 36m
€36–55
Drive 204.6 km
1. Drive from Charlestown to Kilkennycar 204.6 km
2h 52m
€35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charlestown to Athlone Stnbus 440
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Kilkenny Stnbus 73
6h 30m
€48–66

Charlestown to Kilkenny by bus

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5h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 320.9 km
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Charlestown to Kilkenny Stn via Heuston Station in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Charlestown to Kilkenny via Claremorris, Claremorris, Portarlington, and Kildare in around 6h 36m.

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