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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Carrick-On-Shannon to Kilkenny

Composite routes from Carrick-On-Shannon to Kilkenny

Cheapest
2 h 29 min
Car
198 km.
from $10
Other
4 h 54 min
152 km.
from $32.43
5 h 8 min
152 km.
from $32.17
5 h 23 min
152 km.
from $50.93
5 h 48 min
152 km.
from $38.59

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Carrick On Shannon to Maynooth
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93
Train from Hazelhatch to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$20.38
Train from Carrick On Shannon to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48
Train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Carrick-on-Shannon to Dublin,
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Longford Station to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
3h 43m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30
Bus from Carrick-on-Shannon to Eden
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$26.75

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Ormonde
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny?

The cheapest way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny is to bus which costs $22.83 - $33.70 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny?

The fastest way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Carrick-on-Shannon and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny station. However, there are services departing from Carrick-on-Shannon and arriving at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Burgh Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Carrick-on-Shannon and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Carrick On Shannon and arriving at Kilkenny via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny?

The distance between Carrick-on-Shannon and Kilkenny is 256 km. The road distance is 198.6 km.

How do I travel from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny without a car?

The best way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny without a car is to train via Maynooth which takes 4h 54m and costs $26.09 - $39.13 .

How long does it take to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny bus from?

Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Carrick-on-Shannon station.

Where do I catch the Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny train from?

Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Carrick On Shannon station.

Train, bus or fly from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny is to train via Maynooth which takes 4h 54m and costs $26.09 - $39.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $33.70 and takes 5h 7m. There are no good options to train between Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny.

Where does the Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny train arrive?

Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Carrick-on-Shannon to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 127+ hotels available in Kilkenny. Prices start at $51.96 per night.
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