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

The cheapest way to get from Maynooth to Kilkenny is to bus and train which costs €13 - €20 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maynooth to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Maynooth and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Maynooth 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 7m.

Is there a direct train between Maynooth and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Maynooth to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Hazelhatch and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Maynooth to Kilkenny?

The distance between Maynooth and Kilkenny is 146 km. The road distance is 112.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Maynooth to Kilkenny without a car is to line 115 bus and bus which takes 3h 7m and costs €21 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Maynooth to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maynooth to Kilkenny bus from?

Maynooth to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Maynooth University station.

Where do I catch the Maynooth to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Maynooth to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Maynooth to Kilkenny is to line 115 bus and bus which takes 3h 7m and costs €21 - €30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Maynooth to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Maynooth to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Heuston Station.

Where does the Maynooth to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maynooth to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Maynooth to Kilkenny is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Maynooth to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 160+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Maynooth to Kilkenny - 5 ways to travel via train, line 115 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 115 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Maynooth University to Heuston Stationbus 115 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
3h 7m
€21–30
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 14m
€14–20
Drive 112.2 km
1. Drive from Maynooth to Kilkennycar 112.2 km
1h 15m
€19–28
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Maynooth to Heuston Stationbus C3 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 18m
€14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maynooth to Bachelors Walkbus C3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
3h 41m
€15–20

Maynooth to Kilkenny by bus

70Weekly Buses

3h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.6 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Maynooth University to Kilkenny Stn via Heuston Station in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Kilkenny hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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