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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Howth is to bus which costs €15 - €20 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Howth is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Howth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny station to Howth. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station and arriving at Main Street Howth via Abbey Street Lower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Howth?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Howth. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Howth via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Howth?

The distance between Kilkenny and Howth is 146 km. The road distance is 138.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Howth without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs €14 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Kilkenny to Howth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Howth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Howth train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Howth?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Howth is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs €14 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €20 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Howth bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Howth bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Howth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Howth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Howth is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Kilkenny to Howth.

Where can I stay near Howth?

There are 970+ hotels available in Howth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the train from Tara Street to HowthRe / ...
2h 30m
€15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Eden Quay717
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street Lower to Main Street Howth6 / ...
2h 39m
€15–19
Drive 138.7 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Howth138.7 km
1h 40m
€24–34
Bus via Bachelors Walk
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Bachelors Walk600
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street Lower to Main Street Howth6 / ...
2h 46m
€16–20

Kilkenny to Howth by train, tram, and foot

62Weekly Services

2h 30mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Kilkenny to Howth via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Main Street Howth via Eden Quay and Abbey Street Lower in around 2h 39m.

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