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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Portmarnock is to bus which costs €13 - €17 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Portmarnock is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Portmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Portmarnock. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at Portmarnock Village via Abbey St Lower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Portmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Portmarnock. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Portmarnock via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Portmarnock?

The distance between Kilkenny and Portmarnock is 144 km. The road distance is 140.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Portmarnock without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs €14 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Kilkenny to Portmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Portmarnock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Portmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Portmarnock?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Portmarnock is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs €14 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €17 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Portmarnock bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Portmarnock bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Portmarnock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Portmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Portmarnock is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Kilkenny to Portmarnock.

Where can I stay near Portmarnock?

There are 1169+ hotels available in Portmarnock.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2h 23m
€15–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Eden Quaybus 717
2. Take the bus from Abbey St Lower to Portmarnock Villagebus H2
2h 43m
€13–17
Drive 140.2 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Portmarnockcar 140.2 km
1h 31m
€24–35
Bus via Bachelors Walk
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Abbey St Lower to Portmarnock Villagebus H2
2h 49m
€15–20

Kilkenny to Portmarnock by train, tram, and foot

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.6 km
Duration: 2h 23m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilkenny Stn to Portmarnock Village via Eden Quay and Abbey St Lower in around 2h 43m.

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