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

The cheapest way to get from County Cavan to Kilkenny is to bus which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from County Cavan to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between County Cavan and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from County Cavan to Kilkenny station. However, there are services departing from Knocknagillagh and arriving at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Burgh Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from County Cavan to Kilkenny?

The distance between County Cavan and Kilkenny is 226 km. The road distance is 169.2 km.

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

The best way to get from County Cavan to Kilkenny without a car is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from County Cavan to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Cavan to Kilkenny bus from?

County Cavan to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Knocknagillagh station.

Where does the County Cavan to Kilkenny bus arrive?

County Cavan to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) station.

Can I drive from County Cavan to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between County Cavan to Kilkenny is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from County Cavan to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 139+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Knocknagillagh to Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel)bus 109X
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 600
4h 42m
€23–34
Drive 169.2 km
1. Drive from County Cavan to Kilkennycar 169.2 km
2h 34m
€29–41
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Knocknagillagh to Dublin Busárasbus 109X
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 717
4h 53m
€24–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Knocknagillagh to Dublin Busárasbus 109X
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
4h 59m
€23–35

County Cavan to Kilkenny by bus and foot

63Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from County Cavan to Kilkenny.

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Distance: 225.8 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Knocknagillagh to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) and Burgh Quay in around 4h 42m.

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