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How to get fromKilkenny to Holyheadby bus, ferry, or train

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There are 3 ways to get from Kilkenny to Holyhead by bus, ferry, or train

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Eden Quaybus bus 717
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry ferry 0
    6h 35m
    £28–56

  2. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain train Re / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry ferry 0
    6h 38m
    £28–56

  3. Bus, ferry via Holyhead

    1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Bachelors Walkbus bus 600
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyheadferry ferry Dublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
    6h 39m
    £33–136

Kilkenny to Holyhead by bus, foot, and ferry

Calendar52Weekly Services
Duration6h 35mAverage Duration
Ticket£28Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 145.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 35m

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

There is no direct connection from Kilkenny to Holyhead. However, you can take the bus to Eden Quay, take the bus to Castleforbes Road, walk to Dublin Ferryport B+I, then take the ferry to Holyhead Ferry. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilkenny to Holyhead Ferry via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, The Point, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 6h 38m.

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