What is the cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol?

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol is to train which costs €11 - €17 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol?

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Kilmainham Gaol?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at South Circular Road via Aston Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Kilmainham Gaol?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Dublin Heuston. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol?

The distance between Kilkenny and Kilmainham Gaol is 131 km. The road distance is 120.1 km.

How do I travel from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol without a car?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €11 - €17.

How long does it take to get from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol?

The train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heuston takes 1h 33m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol bus from?

Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kilkenny Stn station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €11 - €17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €20 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol.

Where can I stay near Kilmainham Gaol?

There are 1121+ hotels available in Kilmainham Gaol.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
1h 51m
€11–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2h 1m
€15–20
Drive 120.1 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaolcar 120.1 km
1h 16m
€22–31
Bus via Mount Talbot
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 717
2. Take the bus from Mount Talbot to Inchicore Librarybus 13 / ...
2h 1m
€12–19

Kilkenny to Kilmainham Gaol by train and foot

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Distance: 131.1 km
Duration: 1h 51m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heuston every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, Dublin Coach operates a bus from Kilkenny Stn to Bachelors Walk every 3 hours. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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