What is the cheapest way to get from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny?

The cheapest way to get from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny?

The fastest way to get from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Galway (Station) and Kilkenny?

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

Is there a direct train between Galway (Station) and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny?

The distance between Galway (Station) and Kilkenny is 240 km. The road distance is 161.2 km.

How do I travel from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny without a car?

The best way to get from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €22 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway (Station) to Kilkenny bus from?

Galway (Station) to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Stn station.

Where do I catch the Galway (Station) to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h.

Where does the Galway (Station) to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Galway (Station) to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate St station.

Where does the Galway (Station) to Kilkenny train arrive?

Galway (Station) to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway (Station) to Kilkenny is 161 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 161+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Galway (Station) to Kilkenny - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Galway (Station) to Kilkenny by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galway to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
4h 3m
€22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Parkgate Stbus 761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
5h
€28–40
Drive 161.2 km
1. Drive from Galway (Station) to Kilkennycar 161.2 km
2h 23m
€28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galway to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Kilkenny Stnbus 73
5h 7m
€32–46

Galway (Station) to Kilkenny by train

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Distance: 240.5 km
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Galway (Station), Ireland and Kilkenny, IE-KK, Ireland?

You can take a train from Galway to Kilkenny via Kildare in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Kilkenny Stn via Parkgate St and Heuston Station in around 5h.

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