What is the cheapest way to get from County Laois to Kilkenny?

The cheapest way to get from County Laois to Kilkenny is to drive which costs €7 - €11 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from County Laois to Kilkenny?

The fastest way to get from County Laois to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 46 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between County Laois and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from County Laois to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Clonenagh National School and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via Portlaoise JFL Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between County Laois and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from County Laois to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from County Laois to Kilkenny?

The distance between County Laois and Kilkenny is 89 km. The road distance is 45.1 km.

How do I travel from County Laois to Kilkenny without a car?

The best way to get from County Laois to Kilkenny without a car is to line 834 bus and bus which takes 2h 52m and costs €18 - €28.

How long does it take to get from County Laois to Kilkenny?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from County Laois to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Laois to Kilkenny bus from?

County Laois to Kilkenny bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, depart from Clonenagh National School station.

Where do I catch the County Laois to Kilkenny train from?

County Laois to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kildare station.

Train or bus from County Laois to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from County Laois to Kilkenny is to line 834 bus and bus which takes 2h 52m and costs €18 - €28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €15 - €23 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the County Laois to Kilkenny bus arrive?

County Laois to Kilkenny bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where does the County Laois to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from County Laois to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between County Laois to Kilkenny is 45 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from County Laois to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 161+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

County Laois to Kilkenny - 5 ways to travel via train, line 834 bus, and bus

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

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Line 834 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Clonenagh National School to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 834 / ...
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Kilkenny Stnbus 73
2h 52m
€18–28
Drive 45.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from County Laois to Kilkennycar 45.1 km
46 min
€8–11
Train
1. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 11m
€16–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from County Laois to Kilkennytaxi 45.1 km
46 min
€65–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Market Yardbus 838
3h 19m
€14–23

County Laois to Kilkenny by bus

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Distance: 89.4 km
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Clonenagh National School to Kilkenny Stn via Portlaoise JFL Ave in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Kilkenny hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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