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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Athenry is to bus and train which costs €20 - €30 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Athenry is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Athenry?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Athenry. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Athenry via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Athenry?

The distance between Kilkenny and Athenry is 220 km. The road distance is 145.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Athenry without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Kilkenny to Athenry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Athenry train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Athenry?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Athenry is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Athenry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Athenry?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Athenry is 145 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Kilkenny to Athenry.

Where can I stay near Athenry?

There are 497+ hotels available in Athenry.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kilkenny to Athenry by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Kildaretrain Re
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athenrytrain Re
4h 24m
€22–32
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Athlone Stationbus 73
2. Take the train from Athlone to Athenrytrain Re / ...
4h 39m
€21–30
Drive 145.5 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Athenrycar 145.5 km
2h 6m
€25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Galway Coach Stationbus 761 / ...
5h 27m
€35–49

Kilkenny to Athenry by train

42Weekly Trains

4h 24mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kilkenny to Athenry.

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Distance: 219.7 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Kilkenny to Athenry via Kildare and Portarlington in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Athenry via Bachelors Walk, Crampton Quay, Galway Coach Station, and Galway in around 5h 27m.

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