The average train between Laytown and Kilkenny takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Laytown 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 every 4 hours between Laytown and Kilkenny. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Laytown is at 10:12 PM which arrives into Kilkenny at 9:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Laytown 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 Laytown to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Laytown station and arriving at Kilkenny station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Laytown to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Laytown station.
Laytown to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kilkenny station.
The distance between Laytown and Kilkenny is 132.7 km. The road distance is 176 km.
You can take a train from Laytown to Kilkenny via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 51m.