The average train between Arklow and Kilkenny takes 6h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Arklow to Kilkenny. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Arklow and Kilkenny. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arklow is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Kilkenny at 9:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Tara Street and take an average of 6h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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15h 19m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Arklow to Kilkenny? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Arklow to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Arklow station and arriving at Kilkenny station via Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.
Arklow to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Arklow station.
Arklow to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kilkenny station.
The distance between Arklow and Kilkenny is 75.7 km. The road distance is 213 km.
You can take a train from Arklow to Kilkenny via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 31m.