What is the cheapest way to get from Athenry to Kilkenny?

The cheapest way to get from Athenry to Kilkenny is to train which costs €20 - €30 and takes 3h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athenry to Kilkenny?

The fastest way to get from Athenry to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Athenry and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Athenry to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Athenry and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Athenry to Kilkenny?

The distance between Athenry and Kilkenny is 220 km. The road distance is 145.4 km.

How do I travel from Athenry to Kilkenny without a car?

The best way to get from Athenry to Kilkenny without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs €20 - €30.

How long does it take to get from Athenry to Kilkenny?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Athenry to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athenry to Kilkenny train from?

Athenry to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athenry station.

Train or bus from Athenry to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Athenry to Kilkenny is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Athenry to Kilkenny train arrive?

Athenry to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Athenry to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Athenry to Kilkenny is 145 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Athenry to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 139+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Athenry to Kilkenny - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Athenry to Kilkenny by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Athenry to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 48m
€21–29
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athenry to Athlonetrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 73
5h 8m
€20–30
Drive 145.4 km
1. Drive from Athenry to Kilkennycar 145.4 km
2h 6m
€25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Parkgate Streetbus 761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 717
5h 35m
€34–48

Athenry to Kilkenny by train

28Weekly Trains

3h 48mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.7 km
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Athenry, Ireland and Kilkenny, IE-KK, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athenry to Kilkenny via Kildare in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athenry to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Galway, Galway Coach Station, Parkgate Street, and Heuston Station in around 5h 35m.

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