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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Galway to Kilkenny Castle

Composite routes from Galway to Kilkenny Castle

Cheapest
2 h 23 min
Car
162 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
Irish Rail
Website
Irish Rail
Website
1h 51m
5 times a day
$15.22–$21.74
+353 1 836 6222
+353 1 836 6222
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Bus operators
Found: 1
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
Website
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
Website
3h 50m
Twice a week
$16.30–$22.83
+353 818 333 222
+353 818 333 222
[email protected]
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Galway to Kilkenny Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Kilkenny Castle is to bus which costs $16.30 - $22.83 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galway to Kilkenny Castle?

The fastest way to get from Galway to Kilkenny Castle is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Kilkenny Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Galway Cathedral and arriving at John Street Upper. Services depart twice a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Kilkenny Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Kilkenny Castle. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Galway to Kilkenny Castle?

The distance between Galway and Kilkenny Castle is 190 km. The road distance is 178.9 km.

How do I travel from Galway to Kilkenny Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Galway to Kilkenny Castle without a car is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs $16.30 - $22.83 .

How long does it take to get from Galway to Kilkenny Castle?

The bus from Galway Cathedral to John Street Upper takes 3h 50m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Galway to Kilkenny Castle bus from?

Galway to Kilkenny Castle bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Galway Cathedral station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Kilkenny Castle train from?

Galway to Kilkenny Castle train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Galway station.

Train or bus from Galway to Kilkenny Castle?

The best way to get from Galway to Kilkenny Castle is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs $16.30 - $22.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Galway to Kilkenny Castle bus arrive?

Galway to Kilkenny Castle bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at John Street Upper station.

Where does the Galway to Kilkenny Castle train arrive?

Galway to Kilkenny Castle train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Galway to Kilkenny Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Kilkenny Castle is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Galway to Kilkenny Castle.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny Castle?

There are 126+ hotels available in Kilkenny Castle. Prices start at $51.96 per night.
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