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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle

Composite routes from Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle

Cheapest
42 min
Car
47 km.
from $2

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
Irish Rail
Website
Irish Rail
Website
23 min
Hourly
$6.24–$9.55
+353 1 836 6222
+353 1 836 6222
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Bus operators
Found: 2
Bus Éireann
Website
Slieve Bloom Coach Tours
Website
Bus Éireann
Website
1h 35m
Twice daily
$12.10–$17.83
+353 1 836 6111
+353 1 836 6111
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Slieve Bloom Coach Tours
Website
2h 5m
3 times a day
$15.29–$22.93
05786-24416
05786-24416
[email protected]
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle is to drive which costs $9.24 - $14.13 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $9.24 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Kilkenny Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Ormonde College. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Kilkenny Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle?

The distance between Portlaoise and Kilkenny Castle is 77 km. The road distance is 49.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle without a car is to bus which takes 1h 40m and costs $10.33 - $15.22 .

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

The bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Ormonde College takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle is to bus which takes 1h 40m and costs $10.33 - $15.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14.13 - $21.74 and takes 2h 48m. There are no good options to fly between Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle.

Where does the Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Ormonde College station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle is 50 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Portlaoise to Kilkenny Castle.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny Castle?

There are 127+ hotels available in Kilkenny Castle. Prices start at $50.54 per night.
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