What is the cheapest way to get from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles?

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles is to drive which costs €8 - €12 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles?

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles is to drive which takes 50 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny (Region) and Thurles?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Danesfort and arriving at Thurles via Kilkenny - Dunnes Stores and Ballynonty. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny (Region) and Thurles?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Thurles via Kildare and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles?

The distance between Kilkenny (Region) and Thurles is 69 km. The road distance is 48.4 km.

How do I travel from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles without a car?

The best way to get from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles without a car is to line 489 bus and bus which takes 3h 22m and costs €8 - €17.

How long does it take to get from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles bus from?

Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, depart from Kilkenny - Dunnes Stores station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles?

The best way to get from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles is to line 489 bus and bus which takes 3h 22m and costs €8 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles bus arrive?

Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, arrive at Ballynonty station.

Where does the Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles is 48 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles.

Where can I stay near Thurles?

There are 83+ hotels available in Thurles.

Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles - 6 ways to travel via train, line 489 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurles by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 489 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny - Dunnes Stores to Ballynontybus 489
2. Take the bus from Ballynonty to Thurlesbus 896 / ...
3h 22m
€8–17
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Thurlestrain Ic / ...
4h 11m
€21–33
Drive 48.4 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurlescar 48.4 km
50 min
€9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilkenny (Region) to Thurlestaxi 48.4 km
50 min
€70–85
Line 871 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Cstl to Johnstownbus 871
2. Take the bus from Johnstown to Thurlesbus 858
3h 44m
€11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny to Ballynontybus
2. Take the bus from Ballynonty to Thurlesbus 896 / ...
4h 21m
€15–25

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Distance: 69 km
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Kilkenny (Region), IE-KK, Ireland and Thurles, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Danesfort to Thurles via Kilkenny, Kilkenny - Dunnes Stores, and Ballynonty in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Danesfort to Thurles via Kilkenny, Market Yard, Kilkenny Stn, Kilkenny, Kildare, and Portlaoise in around 4h 11m.

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