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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Larne is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Larne is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Larne?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Larne. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at Circular Road via Red Cow Luas, Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Larne?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Larne. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Larne Town via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Larne?

The distance between Kilkenny and Larne is 221 miles. The road distance is 194.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Larne without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Kilkenny to Larne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Larne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Larne train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Larne?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Larne is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Larne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilkenny to Larne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Larne?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Larne is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Kilkenny to Larne.

Where can I stay near Larne?

There are 240+ hotels available in Larne.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Kilkenny to Larne 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 Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Larne Towntrain Re
6h 5m
£35–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 717
2. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast Glengallbus 705x
6h 9m
£23–36
Drive 193.7 mi
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Larnecar 193.7 mi
3h 30m
£49–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Larne Towntrain Re
6h 46m

Kilkenny to Larne by train and tram

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Distance: 219.7 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Kilkenny to Larne Town via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Grand Central in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilkenny Stn to Circular Road via Red Cow Luas, Airport Zone 16, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Belfast Glengall, and Bridge Street in around 6h 9m.

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