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

The cheapest way to get from Castlerea to Kilkenny is to train which costs €20 - €30 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlerea to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Castlerea and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlerea to Kilkenny station. However, there are services departing from Castlerea and arriving at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Athlone Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Castlerea and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Castlerea to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Castlerea and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Castlerea to Kilkenny?

The distance between Castlerea and Kilkenny is 218 km. The road distance is 172.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlerea to Kilkenny without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs €20 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Castlerea to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Kilkenny bus from?

Castlerea to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Castlerea station.

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlerea to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Castlerea to Kilkenny is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Castlerea to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Castlerea to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.

Where does the Castlerea to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlerea to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlerea to Kilkenny is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Castlerea to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 134+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Castlerea 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 Castlerea to KildareIc / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to KilkennyRe / ...
3h 53m
€20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Castlerea to Athlone803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station73
4h 42m
€20–30
Drive 172.6 km
1. Drive from Castlerea to Kilkenny172.6 km
2h 30m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlerea to Athlone Station440
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station73
4h 55m
€22–34

Castlerea to Kilkenny by train

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3h 53mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Castlerea to Kilkenny.

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Distance: 218.4 km
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Castlerea to Kilkenny via Kildare in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlerea to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Athlone Station in around 4h 55m.

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