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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cork City to Kilkenny

Composite routes from Cork City to Kilkenny

Cheapest
1 h 41 min
Car
152 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Cork to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$21.65–$33.12
Train from Kildare to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29

Bus operators

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Ormonde
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$22.93

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cork City to Kilkenny?

The cheapest way to get from Cork City to Kilkenny is to bus which costs $14.13 - $19.57 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork City to Kilkenny?

The fastest way to get from Cork City to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $28.26 - $41.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Cork City and Kilkenny?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cork Anderson's Quay and arriving at Ormonde College. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cork City and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Cork City to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Cork City to Kilkenny?

The distance between Cork City and Kilkenny is 169 km. The road distance is 152.6 km.

How do I travel from Cork City to Kilkenny without a car?

The best way to get from Cork City to Kilkenny without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $14.13 - $19.57 .

How long does it take to get from Cork City to Kilkenny?

The bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Ormonde College takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cork City to Kilkenny bus from?

Cork City to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Cork Anderson's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Cork City to Kilkenny train from?

Cork City to Kilkenny train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Cork station.

Train or bus from Cork City to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Cork City to Kilkenny is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $14.13 - $19.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $27.17 - $41.30 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Cork City to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Cork City to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Ormonde College station.

Where does the Cork City to Kilkenny train arrive?

Cork City to Kilkenny train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Cork City to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork City to Kilkenny is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Cork City to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 128+ hotels available in Kilkenny. Prices start at $50.54 per night.
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