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

The cheapest way to get from Cavan to Kilkenny is to bus which costs €25 - €45 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cavan to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cavan and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Cavan station to Kilkenny station. However, there are services departing from Cavan Bus Station and arriving at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Cavan to Kilkenny?

The distance between Cavan and Kilkenny is 252 km. The road distance is 177 km.

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

The best way to get from Cavan to Kilkenny without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 4h 24m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Cavan to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cavan to Kilkenny bus from?

Cavan to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cavan Bus Station.

Where does the Cavan to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Cavan to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Cavan to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Cavan to Kilkenny is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Cavan to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 141+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Cavan to Kilkenny - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cavan to Kilkenny by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 30
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 717
4h 24m
€36–52
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dublin Busárasbus 109X
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
5h 13m
€25–44
Bus, train via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 30
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
5h 15m
€38–53
Drive 177 km
1. Drive from Cavan to Kilkennycar 177 km
2h 33m
€30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dublin Busárasbus 109X
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 717
5h 7m
€26–44

Cavan to Kilkenny by bus and foot

91Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cavan to Kilkenny.

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Distance: 252.3 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Cavan Bus Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Red Cow Luas in around 4h 24m.

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