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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Rathfarnham is to bus which costs €13 - €20 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Rathfarnham is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Rathfarnham?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Rathfarnham. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at Rathfarnham via Red Cow Luas and Kingston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Rathfarnham?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Rathfarnham. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Harcourt via Heuston and Marlborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Rathfarnham?

The distance between Kilkenny and Rathfarnham is 132 km. The road distance is 122 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Rathfarnham without a car is to bus via Red Cow Luas which takes 2h 24m and costs €14 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Kilkenny to Rathfarnham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Rathfarnham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Rathfarnham train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Rathfarnham?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Rathfarnham is to bus via Red Cow Luas which takes 2h 24m and costs €14 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €24 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Rathfarnham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilkenny to Rathfarnham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Rathfarnham?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Rathfarnham is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Kilkenny to Rathfarnham.

Where can I stay near Rathfarnham?

There are 1160+ hotels available in Rathfarnham.

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

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

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Bus via Red Cow Luas
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 717
2h 24m
€14–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from D'Olier Street to Crannagh Roadbus 16 / ...
2h 25m
€13–20
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2h 25m
€17–23
Drive 122 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Rathfarnhamcar 122 km
1h 20m
€21–31

Kilkenny to Rathfarnham by bus

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Distance: 131.6 km
Duration: 2h 24m

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

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from Kilkenny Stn to Red Cow Luas every 3 hours. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Dublin Coach also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, 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.

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