What is the cheapest way to get from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick?

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick is to drive which costs €18 - €27 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick?

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny Castle and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick station. However, there are services departing from Ormonde Road and arriving at Limerick Colbert Station via Clonmel Showgrounds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny Castle and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Limerick via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick?

The distance between Kilkenny Castle and Limerick is 130 km. The road distance is 109.4 km.

How do I travel from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick without a car?

The best way to get from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick without a car is to bus which takes 3h 18m and costs €23 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny Castle to Limerick bus from?

Kilkenny Castle to Limerick bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Ormonde Road station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny Castle to Limerick train from?

Kilkenny Castle to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.

Train or bus from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick?

The best way to get from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick is to bus which takes 3h 18m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Kilkenny Castle to Limerick bus arrive?

Kilkenny Castle to Limerick bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Clonmel Showgrounds station.

Where does the Kilkenny Castle to Limerick train arrive?

Kilkenny Castle to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny Castle to Limerick is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 148+ hotels available in Limerick.

Kilkenny Castle to Limerick - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick 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 Ormonde Road to Clonmel Showgroundsbus 717
2. Take the bus from Clonmel Showgrounds to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 55
3h 18m
€24–32
Drive 109.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilkenny Castle to Limerickcar 109.4 km
1h 45m
€19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Kildaretrain Re
2. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
4h 6m
€22–31

Kilkenny Castle to Limerick by foot and bus

57Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick.

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Distance: 129.8 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Kilkenny Castle, Ireland and Limerick, Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick Colbert Station via Ormonde Road and Clonmel Showgrounds in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kilkenny Castle to Limerick via Kilkenny and Kildare in around 4h 6m.

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