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

The cheapest way to get from Elphin to Kilkenny is to train which costs €23 - €40 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elphin to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Elphin and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Elphin to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Elphin and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via Longford Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Elphin and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Elphin to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Kilkenny via Portarlington and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Elphin to Kilkenny?

The distance between Elphin and Kilkenny is 223 km. The road distance is 170.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Elphin to Kilkenny without a car is to bus which takes 5h 24m and costs €40 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Elphin to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elphin to Kilkenny bus from?

Elphin to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Longford Stn station.

Where do I catch the Elphin to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Elphin to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Elphin to Kilkenny is to bus which takes 5h 24m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Elphin to Kilkenny bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elphin to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elphin to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Elphin to Kilkenny is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Elphin to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 162+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Longford Stn to Kilkenny Stnbus 73
5h 24m
€41–57
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Roscommon to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
5h 54m
€23–36
Drive 170.6 km
1. Drive from Elphin to Kilkennycar 170.6 km
2h 29m
€29–42
Bus via Portlaoise
1. Take the bus from Elphin to TUS North Gatebus
2. Take the bus from Athlone TUS to Portlaoise James Fintan Lalor Avebus
3. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Market Yardbus 838
6h 30m
€30–42

Elphin to Kilkenny by bus

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5h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 223.4 km
Duration: 5h 24m

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

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Longford Stn to Kilkenny Stn once a week. Tickets cost €28–40 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elphin to Kilkenny via Roscommon, Roscommon, Portarlington, and Kildare in around 5h 54m.

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