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Sligo to Kilkenny

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239 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Sligo to Kilkenny

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Cheapest
By car (239 km)
3 h 1 min
239 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
3 h 1 min
239 km.
from $9.09
Train via Maynooth
5 h 40 min
196 km.
from $38.07
Train, Bus
5 h 53 min
196 km.
from $47.30
Bus
6 h 6 min
196 km.
from $51.78
Train
6 h 9 min
196 km.
from $58.63
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
6 h 35 min
196 km.
from $41.67

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Sligo to Maynooth
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.38–$30.57
Train from Hazelhatch to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$20.38
Train from Sligo to Longford
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83
Train from Sligo to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$22.93–$33.12
Train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Sligo Bus Station to Dublin,
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$22.93–$33.12

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Longford Station to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
3h 43m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30
Bus from Sligo Bus Station to Eden
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.65–$31.84

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Ormonde
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Kilkenny is to train and bus which costs $27.17 - $40.22 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $45.65 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Kilkenny station. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station via Burgh Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Kilkenny via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Sligo to Kilkenny?

The distance between Sligo and Kilkenny is 314 km. The road distance is 239.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Kilkenny without a car is to train via Maynooth which takes 5h 40m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Sligo to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Kilkenny bus from?

Sligo to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Sligo Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Kilkenny train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Sligo to Kilkenny is to train via Maynooth which takes 5h 40m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $43.48 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Sligo to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Sligo to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Sligo to Kilkenny train arrive?

Sligo to Kilkenny train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Sligo to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Kilkenny is 239 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Sligo to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 127+ hotels available in Kilkenny. Prices start at $51.96 per night.
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