The average train between Limerick and Kilkenny takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Limerick 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 twice daily between Limerick and Kilkenny. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Limerick is at 6:20 PM which arrives into Kilkenny at 9:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
4h 18m • 1 change
4h 19m • 1 change
4h 48m • 1 change
3h 56m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Limerick 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 to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Limerick station and arriving at Kilkenny station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Limerick to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick station.
Limerick to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kilkenny station.
The distance between Limerick and Kilkenny is 92.5 km. The road distance is 239 km.
You can take a train from Limerick to Kilkenny via Kildare in around 3h 56m.
