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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle is to drive which costs €18 - €27 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Kilkenny Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick station to Kilkenny Castle. However, there are services departing from Limerick Colbert Station and arriving at Ormonde Road via Clonmel Showgrounds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Kilkenny Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle?

The distance between Limerick and Kilkenny Castle is 130 km. The road distance is 109.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle without a car is to bus which takes 3h 27m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Kilkenny Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Limerick to Kilkenny Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle?

The best way to get from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle is to bus which takes 3h 27m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Limerick to Kilkenny Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Limerick to Kilkenny Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Kilkenny Castle is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny Castle?

There are 139+ hotels available in Kilkenny Castle.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle by bus, train, or car

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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 27m
€23–33
Drive 109.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Limerick to Kilkenny Castlecar 109.5 km
1h 46m
€19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
4h 9m
€22–32

Limerick to Kilkenny Castle by bus and foot

57Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle.

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Distance: 129.9 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Limerick, Ireland and Kilkenny Castle, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Kilkenny Castle via Clonmel Showgrounds and Ormonde Road in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Limerick to Kilkenny Castle via Kildare and Kilkenny in around 4h 9m.

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