What is the cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Belfast Port?

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Belfast Port is to bus which costs £18 - £23 and takes 6h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Belfast Port?

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Belfast Port is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Belfast Port?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Belfast Port. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at West Bank Close via Red Cow Luas, Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Upper Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Belfast Port?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Belfast Port. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Belfast Port?

The distance between Kilkenny and Belfast Port is 203 miles. The road distance is 176 miles.

How do I travel from Kilkenny to Belfast Port without a car?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Belfast Port without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £55 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Kilkenny to Belfast Port?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Kilkenny to Belfast Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Belfast Port bus from?

Kilkenny to Belfast Port bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Kilkenny Stn station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Belfast Port train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Belfast Port?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Belfast Port is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £55 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Belfast Port bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Belfast Port bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Belfast Port train arrive?

Kilkenny to Belfast Port train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Belfast Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Belfast Port is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Kilkenny to Belfast Port.

Where can I stay near Belfast Port?

There are 1234+ hotels available in Belfast Port.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
5h 8m
£58–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1
6h 37m
£18–22
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 717
2. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast Glengallbus 705x
5h 33m
£27–40
Drive 175 mi
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Belfast Portcar 175 mi
3h 12m
£44–63

Kilkenny to Belfast Port by bus

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Distance: 201.3 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Kilkenny, IE-KK, Ireland and Belfast Port, Belfast, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Kilkenny to Belfast Port via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Grand Central, Wellington Place, and Catalyst Inc in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilkenny Stn to West Bank Close via Red Cow Luas, Airport Zone 16, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Belfast Glengall, and Upper Queen Street in around 5h 33m.

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