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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Kilkenny is to train which costs €45 - €70 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Kilkenny station. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Coleraine Buscentre, Europa Bus Centre and Burgh Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Kilkenny via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Portrush to Kilkenny?

The distance between Portrush and Kilkenny is 420 km. The road distance is 344.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Kilkenny without a car is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs €45 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Portrush to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Kilkenny bus from?

Portrush to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Kilkenny train from?

Portrush to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine station.

Train or bus from Portrush to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Portrush to Kilkenny is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs €45 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus via Belfast, which costs and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Portrush to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Portrush to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Portrush to Kilkenny train arrive?

Portrush to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Kilkenny is 345 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Portrush to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 139+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portrush to Kilkenny by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
8h 5m
€46–69
Bus via Belfast
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to High Streetbus 218
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 600
8h 59m
Drive 344.6 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Kilkennycar 344.6 km
4h 23m
€60–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunluce Avenue to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 717
9h 3m

Portrush to Kilkenny by train and tram

55Weekly Services

8h 5mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portrush to Kilkenny.

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Distance: 420.3 km
Duration: 8h 5m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Kilkenny via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Coleraine Buscentre, High Street, Europa Bus Centre, The Gresham Hotel, and Burgh Quay in around 8h 59m.

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