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 £28 - £45 and takes 5h 34m.

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 8m 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 T1 and Grand Central Station Stand 21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Downpatrick?

The distance between Kilkenny and Downpatrick is 206 miles. The road distance is 164.1 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 and line 215 bus which takes 5h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m 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 and line 215 bus which takes 5h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 5h 34m.

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 8m to drive from Kilkenny to Downpatrick.

Where can I stay near Downpatrick?

There are 334+ hotels available in Downpatrick.

Kilkenny to Downpatrick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 215 bus

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

Bus, line 215 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Red Cow Luas717
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Bus Stand 11X1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Church Street215 / ...
5h 27m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
5h 34m
£28–41
Drive 163.2 mi
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Downpatrick163.2 mi
3h 8m
£40–58
Bus, line 515 bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Bachelors Walk600
2. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centre
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Pillar Well Lane515 / ...
6h 32m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kilkenny to Downpatrick.

Launch map view

Distance: 205.2 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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 T1, Grand Central Bus Stand 11, and Grand Central Station Stand 21 in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilkenny to Church Street via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Grand Central, and Grand Central Station Stand 21 in around 5h 34m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.