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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Cong is to train which costs €23 - €35 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Cong is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Cong?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny station to Cong. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station and arriving at Cong via Athlone Station and Claremorris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Cong?

The distance between Kilkenny and Cong is 288 km. The road distance is 197.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Cong without a car is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Kilkenny to Cong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Cong bus from?

Kilkenny to Cong bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station.

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Cong?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Cong is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Cong bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Cong bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Cong is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Kilkenny to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 110+ hotels available in Cong.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kilkenny to Cong 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 Kildare to Claremorristrain Re
5h 53m
€23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Athlone Stationbus 73
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Claremorrisbus 440
7h 10m
€26–37
Drive 197.6 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Congcar 197.6 km
2h 50m
€34–48
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Claremorrisbus 721
7h 14m
€33–45

Kilkenny to Cong by train and bus

4Weekly Services

5h 53mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kilkenny to Cong.

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Distance: 288.2 km
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a train from Kilkenny to Cong via Kildare, Claremorris, and Claremorris Station in around 5h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Cong via Athlone Station and Claremorris in around 7h 10m.

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