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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Kilkenny is to drive which costs €18 - €27 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick station to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Limerick Colbert Station and arriving at Ormonde Road via Clonmel Showgrounds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Limerick to Kilkenny?

The distance between Limerick and Kilkenny is 129 km. The road distance is 109 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Kilkenny without a car is to bus which takes 3h 22m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Limerick to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Kilkenny bus from?

Limerick to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Limerick Colbert Station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Limerick to Kilkenny is to bus which takes 3h 22m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Limerick to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Limerick to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Clonmel Showgrounds station.

Where does the Limerick to Kilkenny train arrive?

Limerick to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Limerick to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Kilkenny is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Limerick to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 137+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Limerick to Kilkenny - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Limerick 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 Limerick Colbert Station to Clonmel Showgroundsbus 55
2. Take the bus from Clonmel Showgrounds to Ormonde Roadbus 717
3h 22m
€23–33
Drive 109 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Limerick to Kilkennycar 109 km
1h 45m
€19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 56m
€22–32

Limerick to Kilkenny by bus

57Weekly Buses

3h 22mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.4 km
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Ormonde Road via Clonmel Showgrounds in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Limerick to Kilkenny via Kildare in around 3h 56m.

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