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

The cheapest way to get from Doolin to Kilkenny is to drive which costs €29 - €45 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Doolin to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Doolin and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Doolin to Kilkenny station. However, there are services departing from Doolin and arriving at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Galway Coach Station and Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Doolin to Kilkenny?

The distance between Doolin and Kilkenny is 310 km. The road distance is 178.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Doolin to Kilkenny without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 51m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Doolin to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Doolin to Kilkenny bus from?

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

Where does the Doolin to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Doolin to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Can I drive from Doolin to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Doolin to Kilkenny is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Doolin to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 139+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Doolin to Kilkenny - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Doolin 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Doolin to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 350
2. Take the train from Galway to Kildaretrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
6h 51m
€31–44
Drive 178.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Doolin to Kilkennycar 178.3 km
2h 54m
€30–43
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Doolin to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 350
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Parkgate Streetbus 761 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 717
7h
€40–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doolin to Ennis Stationbus 350
2. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Clonmel Showgroundsbus 55
4. Take the bus from Clonmel Showgrounds to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 717
7h 14m
€37–61
Bus, train via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Doolin to Ennis Stationbus 350
2. Take the train from Limerick to Kildaretrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
7h 46m
€33–49
Bus, train via Athlone
1. Take the bus from Doolin to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 350
2. Take the train from Galway to Athlonetrain Re / ...
3. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 73
8h 5m
€30–45

Doolin to Kilkenny by bus and train

28Weekly Services

6h 51mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Doolin to Kilkenny.

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Distance: 309.7 km
Duration: 6h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Doolin to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Galway Ceannt Station, Galway Coach Station, Parkgate Street, and Heuston Station in around 7h.

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