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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Thurles is to drive which costs €7 - €12 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Thurles is to drive which takes 42 min and costs €7 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Thurles?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny - Dunnes Stores and arriving at Thurles via Ballynonty. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Thurles?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Thurles via Kildare and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Thurles?

The distance between Kilkenny and Thurles is 60 km. The road distance is 46.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Thurles without a car is to line 489 bus and bus which takes 2h 8m and costs €6 - €14.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Kilkenny to Thurles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Thurles bus from?

Kilkenny to Thurles bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, depart from Kilkenny - Dunnes Stores station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Thurles train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Thurles?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Thurles is to line 489 bus and bus which takes 2h 8m and costs €6 - €14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €18 - €27 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Thurles bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Thurles bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, arrive at Ballynonty station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Thurles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Thurles?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Thurles is 46 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Kilkenny to Thurles.

Where can I stay near Thurles?

There are 82+ hotels available in Thurles.

Kilkenny to Thurles - 5 ways to travel via train, line 489 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kilkenny to Thurles by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 489 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny - Dunnes Stores to Ballynontybus 489
2. Take the bus from Ballynonty to Thurlesbus 896 / ...
2h 8m
€7–14
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Portlaoise to Thurlestrain Ic / ...
2h 45m
€18–26
Drive 46.1 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Thurlescar 46.1 km
42 min
€8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilkenny to Thurlestaxi 46.1 km
42 min
€65–80
Line 871 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Cstl to Johnstownbus 871
2. Take the bus from Johnstown to Thurlesbus 858
2h 30m
€10–13

Kilkenny to Thurles by train

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2h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 60.1 km
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Kilkenny - Dunnes Stores to Thurles via Ballynonty in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilkenny to Thurles via Kildare and Portlaoise in around 2h 45m.

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