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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Drogheda is to bus which costs €21 - €26 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Drogheda is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at Drogheda Bus via Red Cow Luas and Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Drogheda via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Drogheda?

The distance between Kilkenny and Drogheda is 176 km. The road distance is 159.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Drogheda without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 2h 31m and costs €24 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Kilkenny to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Drogheda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Drogheda train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Drogheda is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 2h 31m and costs €24 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Drogheda bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilkenny to Drogheda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Drogheda is 159 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Kilkenny to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 155+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Kilkenny to Drogheda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 717
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Busbus 100X
2h 31m
€24–39
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street N to George's Streetbus 901
3h 30m
€21–26
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
2h 49m
€22–32
Drive 159.2 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Droghedacar 159.2 km
1h 59m
€28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to St Mary's Hospitalbus 101
3h 46m
€27–38

Kilkenny to Drogheda by bus

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Distance: 176 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Kilkenny Stn to Drogheda Bus via Red Cow Luas, Airport Zone 16, and Airport Zone 13 in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilkenny to Drogheda via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 2h 49m.

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