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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Athy is to bus which costs €5 - €8 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Athy is to drive which takes 43 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Athy?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station station and arriving at Athy Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Athy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Athy. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Athy?

The distance between Kilkenny and Athy is 58 km. The road distance is 47.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Athy without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs €6 - €9.

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

The train from Kilkenny to Athy takes 46 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Athy bus from?

Kilkenny to Athy bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, depart from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Athy?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Athy is to train which takes 46 min and costs €6 - €9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €8 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Athy bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Athy bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, arrive at Athy Station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Athy is 48 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Kilkenny to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 62+ hotels available in Athy.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kilkenny to Athy by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Kilkenny to Athy by train

48Weekly Trains

46 minAverage Duration

€6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 57.8 km
Duration: 46 min

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kilkenny to Athy every 4 hours. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow operates a bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Athy Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €5–8 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route once daily.

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