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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Monaghan is to train and bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Monaghan is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Monaghan?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny station to Monaghan station. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station and arriving at Monaghan Bus Station via Red Cow Luas and Dublin Airport Zone 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Monaghan?

The distance between Kilkenny and Monaghan is 255 km. The road distance is 225.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Monaghan without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 4h 14m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Kilkenny to Monaghan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Monaghan bus from?

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

Where does the Kilkenny to Monaghan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Monaghan?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Monaghan is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Kilkenny to Monaghan.

Where can I stay near Monaghan?

There are 101+ hotels available in Monaghan.

Kilkenny to Monaghan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kilkenny to Monaghan 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 via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Red Cow Luasbus 717
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 32
4h 14m
€37–53
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 32
4h 45m
€31–44
Train, bus via Craigavon
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadowntrain
3. Take the bus from Portadown Train Station [bus stop] to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 270 / ...
6h 7m
Drive 225.6 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Monaghancar 225.6 km
2h 56m
€38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Nassau Street to Monaghan Shopping Centrebus 180 / ...
5h 20m

Kilkenny to Monaghan by bus

98Weekly Buses

4h 14mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.5 km
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Monaghan Bus Station via Red Cow Luas, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Dublin Airport Zone 12 in around 4h 14m.

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