The average train between Kilkenny and Limerick Junction takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilkenny to Limerick Junction. 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 every 4 hours between Kilkenny and Limerick Junction. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kilkenny is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Limerick Junction at 9:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kilkenny to Limerick Junction? 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 Kilkenny to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny station and arriving at Limerick Junction station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Kilkenny to Limerick Junction train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.
Kilkenny to Limerick Junction train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick Junction station.
The distance between Kilkenny and Limerick Junction is 66.3 km. The road distance is 205 km.
You can take a train from Kilkenny to Limerick Junction via Kildare and Portlaoise in around 3h 13m.