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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kilkenny to Ashford Castle

Composite routes from Kilkenny to Ashford Castle

Cheapest
2 h 55 min
Car
211 km.
from $11
Other
6 h 5 min
166 km.
from $44.13
7 h 29 min
166 km.
from $36.15

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Kilkenny to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.24–$13.04
Train from Kildare to Claremorris
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91

Bus operators

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Crampton Quay to Claremorris
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.30–$28.26

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Bachelors
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Galway
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Ashford Castle is to train which costs $25 - $36.96 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Ashford Castle is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Ashford Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny station to Ashford Castle. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station and arriving at Cong via Galway Cathedral, Galway Ceannt Station and Headford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Ashford Castle?

The distance between Kilkenny and Ashford Castle is 290 km. The road distance is 213.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Ashford Castle without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Kilkenny to Ashford Castle, including transfers.

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

Kilkenny to Ashford Castle bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station.

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Ashford Castle?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Ashford Castle is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs $25 - $36.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $53.26 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Ashford Castle bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Ashford Castle bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Galway Cathedral station.

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Ashford Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Ashford Castle is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Kilkenny to Ashford Castle.

Where can I stay near Ashford Castle?

There are 97+ hotels available in Ashford Castle. Prices start at $62.99 per night.
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