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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Kilkenny is to bus via Dublin which costs €21 - €26 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Stapleton Place and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via N Wall Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Kilkenny via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Kilkenny?

The distance between Dundalk and Kilkenny is 219 km. The road distance is 193.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Kilkenny without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €20 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Dundalk to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Kilkenny bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Kilkenny train from?

Dundalk to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink, depart from Dundalk station.

Train or bus from Dundalk to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Kilkenny is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €20 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Dundalk to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Dundalk to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at N Wall Quay station.

Where does the Dundalk to Kilkenny train arrive?

Dundalk to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Kilkenny is 193 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Dundalk to Kilkenny.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dundalk to Kilkenny?

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 47m
€20–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to N Wall Quaybus 100X
2. Take the bus from N Wall Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
4h 13m
€26–36
Drive 193.1 km
1. Drive from Dundalk to Kilkennycar 193.1 km
2h 19m
€35–50
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Marshes Shop Cntr to Cathal Brugha Stbus 901 / ...
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
4h 17m
€21–26

Dundalk to Kilkenny by train and tram

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Distance: 219.1 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Dundalk to Kilkenny via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stapleton Place to Kilkenny Stn via N Wall Quay in around 4h 13m.

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