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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Charlestown is to bus via Dublin which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Charlestown is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Charlestown?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Charlestown. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at Charlestown via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Charlestown?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Charlestown. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Claremorris via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Charlestown?

The distance between Kilkenny and Charlestown is 322 km. The road distance is 203 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Charlestown without a car is to bus via Dublin which takes 5h 40m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Kilkenny to Charlestown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Charlestown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Charlestown train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Charlestown?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Charlestown is to bus via Dublin which takes 5h 40m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Charlestown bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Charlestown bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Parkgate St station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Charlestown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Charlestown?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Charlestown is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Kilkenny to Charlestown.

Where can I stay near Charlestown?

There are 87+ hotels available in Charlestown.

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

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

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Bus via Dublin
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1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Parkgate Stbus 717
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Charlestownbus 22
5h 40m
€34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Claremorristrain Re / ...
5h 48m
€34–51
Drive 203 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Charlestowncar 203 km
2h 53m
€35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Charlestownbus 440
6h 23m
€48–68

Kilkenny to Charlestown by bus

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5h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 322 km
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Kilkenny Stn to Charlestown via Parkgate St and Heuston Station in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilkenny to Charlestown via Kildare, Claremorris, and Claremorris in around 5h 48m.

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