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

The cheapest way to get from Tuam to Kilkenny is to drive which costs €29 - €45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tuam to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Tuam and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Tuam to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Tuam Holy Cross Col and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via Airport Zone 16 and Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Tuam and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Tuam to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Tuam to Kilkenny?

The distance between Tuam and Kilkenny is 336 km. The road distance is 173.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tuam to Kilkenny without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 5h 28m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Tuam to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tuam to Kilkenny bus from?

Tuam to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Tuam Holy Cross Col station.

Where do I catch the Tuam to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Tuam to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Tuam to Kilkenny is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 5h 28m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can train via Galway, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Tuam to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Tuam to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Airport Zone 11 station.

Where does the Tuam to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tuam to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Tuam to Kilkenny is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Tuam to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 160+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Tuam to Kilkenny - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Tuam Holy Cross Col to Airport Zone 11bus 721
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
5h 28m
€31–47
Train via Galway
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galway to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
6h 4m
€29–52
Drive 173.9 km
1. Drive from Tuam to Kilkennycar 173.9 km
2h 21m
€30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Claremorris to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
6h 19m
€33–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tuam Vicar St to Longford Stnbus 65
2. Take the bus from Longford Stn to Kilkenny Stnbus 73
6h 23m
€47–65

Tuam to Kilkenny by bus

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5h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 336.1 km
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Tuam Holy Cross Col to Kilkenny Stn via Airport Zone 11, Airport Zone 16, and Red Cow Luas in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tuam High Street to Kilkenny via Eyre Square, Galway, and Kildare in around 6h 4m.

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