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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Kilkenny is to train which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Stn and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Kilkenny via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Sligo to Kilkenny?

The distance between Sligo and Kilkenny is 349 km. The road distance is 225.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Kilkenny without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Sligo to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Kilkenny bus from?

Sligo to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Sligo Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Sligo to Kilkenny is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Sligo to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Sligo to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Heuston Station.

Where does the Sligo to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Kilkenny is 225 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Sligo to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 161+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
5h 54m
€31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Heuston Stationbus 23
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
5h 55m
€34–48
Drive 225.4 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Kilkennycar 225.4 km
3h 13m
€39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sligo to Longfordtrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Longford Stn to Kilkenny Stnbus 73
5h 56m
€37–52

Sligo to Kilkenny by train and tram

106Weekly Services

5h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 349.4 km
Duration: 5h 54m

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

You can take a train from Sligo to Kilkenny via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Kilkenny Stn via Heuston Station in around 5h 55m.

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