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

The cheapest way to get from Monaghan to Kilkenny is to bus and train via Dundalk which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monaghan to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Monaghan and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Monaghan station to Kilkenny station. However, there are services departing from Monaghan Bus Station and arriving at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Monaghan to Kilkenny?

The distance between Monaghan and Kilkenny is 256 km. The road distance is 226.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Monaghan to Kilkenny without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 4h 29m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Monaghan to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monaghan to Kilkenny bus from?

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

Where does the Monaghan to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Monaghan to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Monaghan to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Monaghan to Kilkenny is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Monaghan to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 139+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Monaghan 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 via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 717
4h 29m
€36–53
Bus, train via Dundalk
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dundalk Bus Stationbus 162
2. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
5h 43m
€30–46
Drive 226.8 km
1. Drive from Monaghan to Kilkennycar 226.8 km
2h 58m
€38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Shopping Centre to Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel)bus 180
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 600
4h 47m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
5h 13m
€38–52

Monaghan to Kilkenny by bus and foot

84Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Monaghan to Kilkenny.

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Distance: 255.9 km
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Red Cow Luas in around 4h 29m.

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