There are 5 ways to get from Maynooth University to Kilkenny by bus, train, or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Line 115 bus, bus
best- Take the bus from Maynooth University to Heuston Stationbus 115 / ...
- Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
3h€21–30Train
cheapest- Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 21m€14–20Line 115 bus, train
- Take the bus from Maynooth University to Heuston Stationbus 115 / ...
- Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 7m€23–33Drive 112.9 km
- Drive from Maynooth University to Kilkennycar 112.9 km
1h 16m€21–30Line 115 bus, bus via Burgh Quay
- Take the bus from Maynooth University to Bachelors Walkbus 115 / ...
- Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
3h 30m€24–33
Maynooth University to Kilkenny by foot and bus
Comparing Your Travel Options
The cheapest way to get from Maynooth University to Kilkenny is to train which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h 21m.
The fastest way to get from Maynooth University to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €20 - €30.
No, there is no direct bus from Maynooth University to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Maynooth University and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
No, there is no direct train from Maynooth University to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Hazelhatch and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
The distance between Maynooth University and Kilkenny is 146 km. The road distance is 112.9 km.
The best way to get from Maynooth University to Kilkenny without a car is to line 115 bus and bus which takes 3h and costs €21 - €30.
It takes approximately 3h to get from Maynooth University to Kilkenny, including transfers.
Maynooth University to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Maynooth University station.
Maynooth University to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kildare station.
The best way to get from Maynooth University to Kilkenny is to line 115 bus and bus which takes 3h and costs €21 - €30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h 21m.
What companies run services between Maynooth University, Ireland and Kilkenny, IE-KK, Ireland?
You can take a vehicle from Maynooth University to Kilkenny Stn via Maynooth University and Heuston Station in around 3h. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Kilkenny hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 18m.
- Phone
- 0818 294 015
- Website
- Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)
Train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkenny
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €11–17
- Website
- Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)
- Flexible
- €11–17
Train from Kildare to Kilkenny
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 18m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €8–12
- Website
- Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)
- Flexible
- €8–12
- Phone
- +353 1 836 6111
- [email protected]
- Website
- Bus Éireann
Bus from Maynooth University to Heuston Station
- Ave. Duration
- 32 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €12–16
- Website
- Bus Éireann
- Standard
- €12–16
Bus from Maynooth University to Heuston Station
- Ave. Duration
- 32 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €12–16
- Website
- Bus Éireann
- Standard
- €12–16
Bus from Maynooth University to Bachelors Walk
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €12–17
- Website
- Bus Éireann
- Standard
- €12–17
- Phone
- +353 818 333 222
- [email protected]
- Website
- J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
Bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny Stn
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €9–14
- Website
- J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
- Phone
- +353 (0)1 465 9972
- [email protected]
- Website
- Dublin Coach
Bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny Stn
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €12–17
- Website
- Dublin Coach
- Single
- €12–17
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Need to know: Greyhound, 4 stunningly beautiful Philippines islands you need to visit, and Train travel in France: A guide to SNCF - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
Booking & Getting There
Maynooth University to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Heuston Station.
Maynooth University to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kilkenny station.
Yes, the driving distance between Maynooth University to Kilkenny is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Maynooth University to Kilkenny.
There are 153+ hotels available in Kilkenny.