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391 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Kilkenny to Cairnryan

Composite routes from Kilkenny to Cairnryan

Cheapest
7 h 30 min
Car
391 km.
from $21
Other
7 h 30 min
Rideshare
391 km.
from $14.88
9 h 9 min
Bus, Train
295 km.
from $129.15
9 h 40 min
Train, Ferry
296 km.
from $259.61

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Kilkenny to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Great Victoria Street to Larne
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29
Train from Dublin Connolly to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.84–$45.86
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.57–$42.03
Bus from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.39–$48.40

Other operators

Stena Line

Phone:
+44 844 770 7070
Email:
Website:
stenaline.dk/
Other from Belfast to Cairnryan
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$53.49

P&O Ferries

Phone:
01304 448866.
Website:
poferries.com/en
Other from Larne to Cairnryan
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.94–$331.18

Bus operators

Aircoach

Phone:
+353 0 1 844 7118
Email:
Website:
aircoach.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast,
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.95

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Bus Station to Old
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Ormonde Road to Red
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$17.83

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Ormonde Road to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20
Bus from Ormonde Road to Red
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$22.93

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Cairnryan is to bus and bus and ferry which costs $65.22 - $108.70 and takes 13h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Cairnryan is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 24m and costs $103.26 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Ormonde Road and arriving at Old Pier via Red Cow Luas, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Belfast, Europa Buscentre and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 35m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Cairnryan?

The distance between Kilkenny and Cairnryan is 400 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Cairnryan without a car is to bus and train and ferry which takes 9h 9m and costs $81.52 - $358.70 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 9m to get from Kilkenny to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Cairnryan bus from?

Kilkenny to Cairnryan bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Ormonde Road station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Cairnryan bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 162+ hotels available in Cairnryan. Prices start at $47.07 per night.
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