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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Loughrea is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Loughrea is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Loughrea?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Loughrea. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at Loughrea via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Loughrea?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Loughrea. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Galway via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Loughrea?

The distance between Kilkenny and Loughrea is 304 km. The road distance is 125.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Loughrea without a car is to bus via Dublin which takes 5h 20m and costs €27 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Kilkenny to Loughrea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Loughrea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Loughrea train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Loughrea?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Loughrea is to bus via Dublin which takes 5h 20m and costs €27 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Loughrea bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Loughrea bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Parkgate St station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Loughrea train arrive?

Kilkenny to Loughrea train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Loughrea?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Loughrea is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Kilkenny to Loughrea.

Where can I stay near Loughrea?

There are 49+ hotels available in Loughrea.

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

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

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Bus via Dublin
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Parkgate Stbus 717
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Loughreabus 763
5h 20m
€28–38
Drive 125.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Loughreacar 125.6 km
1h 53m
€22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
5h 38m
€32–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Loughreabus 548
5h 31m
€26–35

Kilkenny to Loughrea by bus

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 303.6 km
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Kilkenny Stn to Loughrea via Parkgate St and Heuston Station in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilkenny to Loughrea via Kildare, Portarlington, Galway, and Galway Coach Stn in around 5h 38m.

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