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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Cobh is to bus which costs €15 - €21 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Cobh is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Cobh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Ormonde Road and arriving at Spy Hill via Cork Saint Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Cobh?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Cobh via Kildare and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Cobh?

The distance between Kilkenny and Cobh is 193 km. The road distance is 143.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Cobh without a car is to bus which takes 3h 28m and costs €15 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Kilkenny to Cobh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Cobh bus from?

Kilkenny to Cobh bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Ormonde Road station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Cobh train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Cobh?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Cobh is to bus which takes 3h 28m and costs €15 - €21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Cobh bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Cobh bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Cork Anderson's Quay station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Cobh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Cobh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Cobh is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Kilkenny to Cobh.

Where can I stay near Cobh?

There are 304+ hotels available in Cobh.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Kilkenny to Cobh by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Cork Anderson's Quay600
3h 28m
€15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to KildareRe
2. Take the train from Kildare to CorkIc
4h 58m
€29–43
Drive 143.4 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Cobh143.4 km
1h 59m
€25–35

Kilkenny to Cobh by bus

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3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.7 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

Dublin Coach operates a bus from Ormonde Road to Cork Anderson's Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilkenny to Cobh via Kildare and Cork in around 4h 58m.

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