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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kilkenny to Galway

Composite routes from Kilkenny to Galway

Cheapest
2 h 22 min
Car
161 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
Irish Rail
Website
Irish Rail
Website
1h 1m
Every 4 hours
$9.24–$13.04
+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 25m
Once 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 Kilkenny to Galway?

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Galway is to bus which costs $16.30 - $22.83 and takes 3h 25m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Galway?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station station and arriving at Galway Cathedral. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Galway?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Galway. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Galway via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Galway?

The distance between Kilkenny and Galway is 189 km. The road distance is 178.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Galway without a car is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs $16.30 - $22.83 .

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

The bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Galway Cathedral takes 3h 25m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Galway bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Galway train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Galway?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Galway is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs $16.30 - $22.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $26.09 - $39.13 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Galway bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilkenny to Galway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Galway is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Kilkenny to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 481+ hotels available in Galway. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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