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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Rathkeale is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Rathkeale is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Rathkeale?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Rathkeale. However, there are services departing from Ormonde Road and arriving at Rathkeale via Clonmel Showgs and Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Rathkeale?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Rathkeale. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Limerick via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Rathkeale?

The distance between Kilkenny and Rathkeale is 159 km. The road distance is 137.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Rathkeale without a car is to bus which takes 4h 48m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Kilkenny to Rathkeale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Rathkeale bus from?

Kilkenny to Rathkeale bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Ormonde Road station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Rathkeale train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Rathkeale?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Rathkeale is to bus which takes 4h 48m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Rathkeale bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Rathkeale bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Clonmel Showgs station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Rathkeale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Rathkeale?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Rathkeale is 137 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Kilkenny to Rathkeale.

Where can I stay near Rathkeale?

There are 78+ hotels available in Rathkeale.

Kilkenny to Rathkeale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kilkenny to Rathkeale by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Clonmel Showgsbus 717
2. Take the bus from Clonmel Showgs to Limerick Colbertbus 55
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Rathkealebus 13 / ...
4h 48m
€30–44
Drive 137.1 km
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1. Drive from Kilkenny to Rathkealecar 137.1 km
2h 2m
€24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
5h 24m
€33–48

Kilkenny to Rathkeale by bus

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Distance: 159 km
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Ormonde Road to Rathkeale via Clonmel Showgs and Limerick Colbert in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilkenny to Rathkeale via Kildare, Limerick, and Limerick Colbert in around 5h 24m.

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