What is the cheapest way to get from Sandyford to Ballyragget?

The cheapest way to get from Sandyford to Ballyragget is to train which costs €13 - €22 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sandyford to Ballyragget?

The fastest way to get from Sandyford to Ballyragget is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Sandyford and Ballyragget?

No, there is no direct bus from Sandyford to Ballyragget. However, there are services departing from Wesley College and arriving at Ballyragget via Red Cow Luas and Kilkenny MacDonagh Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Sandyford to Ballyragget?

The distance between Sandyford and Ballyragget is 144 km. The road distance is 110.2 km.

How do I travel from Sandyford to Ballyragget without a car?

The best way to get from Sandyford to Ballyragget without a car is to bus which takes 3h 26m and costs €18 - €27.

How long does it take to get from Sandyford to Ballyragget?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Sandyford to Ballyragget, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sandyford to Ballyragget bus from?

Sandyford to Ballyragget bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Red Cow Luas station.

Train or bus from Sandyford to Ballyragget?

The best way to get from Sandyford to Ballyragget is to bus which takes 3h 26m and costs €18 - €27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €22 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Sandyford to Ballyragget bus arrive?

Sandyford to Ballyragget bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station.

Can I drive from Sandyford to Ballyragget?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandyford to Ballyragget is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Sandyford to Ballyragget.

Where can I stay near Ballyragget?

There are 107+ hotels available in Ballyragget.

Sandyford to Ballyragget - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Sandyford to Ballyragget 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 Red Cow Luas to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station717
3h 26m
€18–27
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to KilkennyRe / ...
4h 27m
€14–21
Drive 110.2 km
1. Drive from Sandyford to Ballyragget110.2 km
1h 29m
€19–27
Line 11 bus, bus, line 897 bus
1. Take the bus from Blackthorn Road to Westmoreland Street11
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Carlow Bus Station4
3. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Ballyragget897
5h 3m
Line 11 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Blackthorn Road to Phoenix Park11
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
3. Take the bus from Portlaoise Station to Ballyragget838
5h 38m
€21–30

Sandyford to Ballyragget by bus

30Weekly Buses

3h 26mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.3 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Sandyford, Ireland and Ballyragget, Ireland?

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from Red Cow Luas to Kilkenny MacDonagh Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Dublin Coach also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkenny every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 37m.

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