The average train between Limerick Junction and Kilkenny takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Limerick Junction 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 Limerick Junction and Kilkenny. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Limerick Junction is at 9:30 PM which arrives into Kilkenny at 10:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Portlaoise and take an average of 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Limerick Junction 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 Limerick Junction to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Limerick Junction station and arriving at Kilkenny station via Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.
Limerick Junction to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick Junction station.
Limerick Junction to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kilkenny station.
The distance between Limerick Junction and Kilkenny is 66.3 km. The road distance is 205 km.
You can take a train from Limerick Junction to Kilkenny via Portlaoise and Kildare in around 3h 56m.