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

The cheapest way to get from Cong to Kilkenny is to train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cong to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cong and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Cong to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Cong and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via Claremorris and Athlone Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Cong and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Cong to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Claremorris and arriving at Kilkenny via Portarlington and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Cong to Kilkenny?

The distance between Cong and Kilkenny is 288 km. The road distance is 197.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cong to Kilkenny without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Cong to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cong to Kilkenny bus from?

Cong to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Claremorris station.

Where do I catch the Cong to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Cong to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Cong to Kilkenny is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Cong to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Cong to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Stn station.

Where does the Cong to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cong to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Cong to Kilkenny is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Cong to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 163+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Claremorris to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
6h 24m
€25–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Claremorris to Athlone Stnbus 440
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Kilkenny Stnbus 73
7h 22m
€44–64
Drive 197.5 km
1. Drive from Cong to Kilkennycar 197.5 km
2h 49m
€34–49
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Claremorris to Airport Zone 11bus 721
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
7h 30m
€33–52

Cong to Kilkenny by bus and train

27Weekly Services

6h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 287.7 km
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Cong to Kilkenny via Claremorris Stn, Claremorris, Portarlington, and Kildare in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cong to Kilkenny Stn via Claremorris and Athlone Stn in around 7h 22m.

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