What is the cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle?

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Bunratty Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at Bunratty via Clonmel Showgs and Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Bunratty Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Limerick via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle?

The distance between Kilkenny and Bunratty Castle is 149 km. The road distance is 127.9 km.

How do I travel from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle without a car is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs €30 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Clonmel Showgs station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle.

Where can I stay near Bunratty Castle?

There are 174+ hotels available in Bunratty Castle.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Clonmel Showgsbus 717
2. Take the bus from Clonmel Showgs to Limerick Colbertbus 55
4h 24m
€30–43
Drive 127.9 km
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1. Drive from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castlecar 127.9 km
1h 54m
€22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
4h 50m
€33–47
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 717
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Bunrattybus 300
4h 49m
€28–42

Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle by bus and foot

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Distance: 148.9 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Kilkenny Stn to Bunratty Castle via Clonmel Showgs, Limerick Colbert, and Bunratty in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilkenny to Bunratty Castle via Kildare, Limerick, Limerick Colbert, and Bunratty in around 4h 50m.

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