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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Kilkenny to Rathkeale

Cheapest
1 h 48 min
Car
157 km.
from $8
Other
4 h 24 min
114 km.
from $42.85
5 h 23 min
114 km.
from $60.98
5 h 34 min
114 km.
from $51.98

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 Limerick
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Clonmel Kickham Barracks to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Clonmel Kickham Barracks to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$15.22
Bus from Pearse St Nenagh to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.24–$13.04

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Ormonde Road to Clonmel
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39
Bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Pearse
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Rathkeale is to bus which costs $29.35 - $43.48 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Rathkeale is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $29.35 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Rathkeale?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Rathkeale. However, there are services departing from Ormonde Road and arriving at Rathkeale via Clonmel Kickham Barracks and Limerick Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Rathkeale?

The distance between Kilkenny and Rathkeale is 159 km. The road distance is 157.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Rathkeale without a car is to bus via Cluain Meala which takes 4h 24m and costs $33.70 - $53.26 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Kilkenny to Rathkeale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Rathkeale bus from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Rathkeale?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Rathkeale is to bus via Cluain Meala which takes 4h 24m and costs $33.70 - $53.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $34.78 - $51.09 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Rathkeale bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Rathkeale bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Clonmel Showgrounds station.

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Rathkeale?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Rathkeale is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Kilkenny to Rathkeale.

Where can I stay near Rathkeale?

There are 59+ hotels available in Rathkeale. Prices start at $62.03 per night.
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