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

The cheapest way to get from Laytown to Kilkenny is to train and bus which costs €17 - €25 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laytown to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Laytown and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Laytown station to Kilkenny station. However, there are services departing from Laytown Station and arriving at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Westmoreland Street and Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Laytown and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Laytown to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Laytown and arriving at Kilkenny via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Laytown to Kilkenny?

The distance between Laytown and Kilkenny is 168 km. The road distance is 168.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Laytown to Kilkenny without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 38m and costs €17 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Laytown to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laytown to Kilkenny bus from?

Laytown to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Matthews Coach Hire, depart from Laytown Station.

Where do I catch the Laytown to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Laytown to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Laytown to Kilkenny is to train via Dublin which takes 3h 51m and costs €17 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €29 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Laytown to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Laytown to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Matthews Coach Hire, arrive at Nassau Street station.

Where does the Laytown to Kilkenny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Laytown to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Laytown to Kilkenny is 168 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Laytown to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 139+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Laytown to Kilkenny by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Laytown to Tara Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 600
3h 38m
€17–25
Train via Dublin
1. Take the train from Laytown to Dublin Connollytrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 51m
€17–26
Drive 168.5 km
1. Drive from Laytown to Kilkennycar 168.5 km
1h 47m
€29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Laytown Station to Nassau Streetbus 910
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 717
3h 42m
€24–29
Train
1. Take the train from Laytown to Tara Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 55m
€19–27

Laytown to Kilkenny by train and bus

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3h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.8 km
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Laytown to Kilkenny via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Laytown Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Nassau Street, Westmoreland Street, Parkgate Street, and Heuston Station in around 3h 42m.

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