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

The cheapest way to get from Killester to Kilkenny is to bus which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Killester to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Killester and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Killester to Kilkenny station. However, there are services departing from Killester Village and arriving at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Burgh Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Killester to Kilkenny?

The distance between Killester and Kilkenny is 129 km. The road distance is 128.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Killester to Kilkenny without a car is to bus which takes 3h and costs €14 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Killester to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Killester to Kilkenny bus from?

Killester to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Burgh Quay station.

Train or bus from Killester to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Killester to Kilkenny is to bus which takes 3h and costs €14 - €21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €22 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Killester to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Killester to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station.

Can I drive from Killester to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Killester to Kilkenny is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Killester to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 47+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Killester to Kilkenny 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
best
1. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 600
3h
€15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 12m
€15–22
Drive 128.4 km
1. Drive from Killester to Kilkennycar 128.4 km
1h 28m
€22–31
Bus via Heuston Station
1. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 717
3h 6m
€16–22

Killester to Kilkenny by bus

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Distance: 128.6 km
Duration: 3h

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

Dublin Coach operates a bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkenny every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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