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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Dundalk is to bus which costs €21 - €26 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Dundalk is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at Stapleton Place via Red Cow Luas and Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Dundalk?

The distance between Kilkenny and Dundalk is 220 km. The road distance is 192.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs €24 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Kilkenny to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Dundalk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Dundalk train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Dundalk is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs €24 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs €27 - €45 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Dundalk bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilkenny to Dundalk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Dundalk is 193 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Kilkenny to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 253+ hotels available in Dundalk.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Kilkenny to Dundalk 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 Dundalktrain Ic / ...
3h 11m
€25–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street N to Marshes Shop Cntrbus 900 / ...
3h 36m
€21–26
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 717
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Placebus 100X
3h 30m
€27–42
Drive 192.8 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Dundalkcar 192.8 km
2h 19m
€33–48

Kilkenny to Dundalk by train, tram, and foot

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3h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 219.6 km
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Kilkenny to Dundalk via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilkenny Stn to Stapleton Place via Red Cow Luas, Airport Zone 16, and Airport Zone 13 in around 3h 30m.

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