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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballymena to Kilkenny

Composite routes from Ballymena to Kilkenny

Cheapest
3 h 23 min
Car
334 km.
from $18
Other
6 h 37 min
252 km.
from $66.23
6 h 57 min
252 km.
from $85.79
6 h 56 min
Train
252 km.
from $83.71

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.96–$18.48

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Ballymena to Great
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.78–$14.13
Train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.09–$38.04
Train from Ballymena to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.78–$14.13
Bus from George Street to High
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.22–$22.83
Bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 3 to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.00–$34.78

Bus operators

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Glengall Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.26

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
info@dublincoach.ie
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Red Cow Luas to Ormonde
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
info@jjkavanagh.ie
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Red Cow Luas to Ormonde
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Ormonde
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Kilkenny is to bus which costs $38.04 - $59.78 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Ormonde Road via Glengall Street, Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Kilkenny via Great Victoria Street, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Kilkenny?

The distance between Ballymena and Kilkenny is 347 km. The road distance is 334.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Kilkenny without a car is to bus which takes 6h 37m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Ballymena to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Kilkenny bus from?

Ballymena to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Kilkenny train from?

Ballymena to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Ballymena station.

Train or bus from Ballymena to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Kilkenny is to bus which takes 6h 37m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $48.91 - $76.09 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Ballymena to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Ballymena to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Ballymena to Kilkenny train arrive?

Ballymena to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Great Victoria Street station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Kilkenny is 335 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Ballymena to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 128+ hotels available in Kilkenny. Prices start at $50.54 per night.
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