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

The cheapest way to get from Downpatrick to Kilkenny is to train which costs €27 - €45 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Downpatrick to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Downpatrick and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Downpatrick to Kilkenny station. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Grand Central Bus Stand 11, Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Downpatrick to Kilkenny?

The distance between Downpatrick and Kilkenny is 328 km. The road distance is 263 km.

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

The best way to get from Downpatrick to Kilkenny without a car is to line 215 bus and bus which takes 6h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Downpatrick to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downpatrick to Kilkenny bus from?

Downpatrick to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Church Street station.

Train or bus from Downpatrick to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Downpatrick to Kilkenny is to line 215 bus and bus which takes 6h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €27 - €45 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Downpatrick to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Downpatrick to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Station Stand 21.

Can I drive from Downpatrick to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Downpatrick to Kilkenny is 263 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Downpatrick to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 138+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Downpatrick to Kilkenny - 4 ways to travel via train, line 215 bus, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Downpatrick 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.

Line 215 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 215 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 717
6h 17m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain 1_Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
6h 40m
€28–41
Drive 263 km
1. Drive from Downpatrick to Kilkennycar 263 km
3h 10m
€47–67
Line 515 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Roughal Park to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 15 / ...
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 717
7h 4m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Downpatrick to Kilkenny.

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Distance: 328.1 km
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Church Street to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Grand Central Station Stand 21, Grand Central Bus Stand 11, Dublin Airport T2, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Red Cow Luas in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Kilkenny via Grand Central Station Stand 21, Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 40m.

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