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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Downpatrick is to train which costs £24 - £35 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Downpatrick is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Downpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny station to Downpatrick. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station and arriving at Church Street via Red Cow Luas, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Adelaide St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Downpatrick?

The distance between Kilkenny and Downpatrick is 204 miles. The road distance is 164.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Downpatrick without a car is to bus which takes 5h 37m and costs £29 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Kilkenny to Downpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Downpatrick bus from?

Kilkenny to Downpatrick bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station.

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Downpatrick?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Downpatrick is to bus which takes 5h 37m and costs £29 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Downpatrick bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Downpatrick bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Downpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Downpatrick is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Kilkenny to Downpatrick.

Where can I stay near Downpatrick?

There are 336+ hotels available in Downpatrick.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Red Cow Luasbus 717
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
5h 37m
£29–42
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Rail
5h 59m
£24–35
Drive 163.2 mi
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Downpatrickcar 163.2 mi
3h 9m
£39–57
Bus via Newry
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Newry Bus Stationbus X1
3. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Downpatrick Bus Stationbus 240
6h 33m

Kilkenny to Downpatrick by bus and foot

119Weekly Services

5h 37mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kilkenny to Downpatrick.

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Distance: 203.1 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Church Street via Red Cow Luas, Dublin Airport Zone 16, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, and Adelaide St. in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilkenny to Church Street via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, and Grand Central Station Stand 21 in around 5h 59m.

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