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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Carlow is to train which costs €4 - €7 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Carlow is to drive which takes 27 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Carlow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ormonde Road and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Carlow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Carlow. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Carlow?

The distance between Kilkenny and Carlow is 40 km. The road distance is 38.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs €4 - €7.

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

The train from Kilkenny to Carlow takes 29 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Carlow bus from?

Kilkenny to Carlow bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, depart from Ormonde Road station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Carlow?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Carlow is to train which takes 29 min and costs €4 - €7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €4 - €20 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Carlow bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Carlow bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, arrive at Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Carlow is 38 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Kilkenny to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 109+ hotels available in Carlow.

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There are 5 ways to get from Kilkenny to Carlow by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Carlowtrain Re / ...
29 min
€4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Carlow Bus Stnbus 897
1h 19m
€4–20
Drive 38.3 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Carlowcar 38.3 km
27 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilkenny to Carlowtaxi 38.3 km
27 min
€55–70
Bus, line 481 bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Dunnes Stores to Paulstownbus 500
2. Take the bus from Paulstown to Carlowbus 481
2h 8m
€7–9

Kilkenny to Carlow by train

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Distance: 40.1 km
Duration: 29 min

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kilkenny to Carlow every 4 hours. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow operates a bus from Ormonde Road to Carlow Bus Stn 4 times a day. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Two other operators also service this route.

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