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

The cheapest way to get from Howth to Kilkenny is to bus which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howth to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Howth and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Howth to Kilkenny station. However, there are services departing from Main Street Howth and arriving at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Burgh Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Howth to Kilkenny?

The distance between Howth and Kilkenny is 139 km. The road distance is 138.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Howth to Kilkenny without a car is to bus which takes 3h 29m and costs €14 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Howth to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howth to Kilkenny bus from?

Howth to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Main Street Howth station.

Where does the Howth to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Howth to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Abbey Street Lower station.

Can I drive from Howth to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Howth to Kilkenny is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Howth to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 140+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Howth 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
best
1. Take the bus from Main Street Howth to Abbey Street Lower6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station600
3h 29m
€15–21
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Main Street Howth to Abbey Street Lower6 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to KilkennyRe / ...
3h 38m
€15–22
Drive 138.9 km
1. Drive from Howth to Kilkenny138.9 km
1h 40m
€24–34
Bus via Heuston Station
1. Take the bus from Main Street Howth to Abbey Street Lower6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station717
3h 36m
€16–22

Howth to Kilkenny by bus

63Weekly Buses

3h 29mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.9 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Main Street Howth to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Abbey Street Lower and Burgh Quay in around 3h 29m.

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