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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dublin to Kilkenny
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dublin to Kilkenny is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Kilkenny will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $15.
Of the 5 buses that leave Dublin for Kilkenny every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dublin to Kilkenny
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Kilkenny among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a coach costs an average of $15.
Distance: 101 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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$18 Average Price | $17 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dublin to Kilkenny bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Kilkenny coaches for today, Thursday, 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 5:30 pm Dublin | 2h20 | 7:50 pm Ormonde Road | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:00 pm Dublin | 1h40 | 7:40 pm Kilkenny Macdonagh Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:30 pm Dublin | 1h50 | 9:20 pm Ormonde Road | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 pm Dublin | 1h40 | 9:40 pm Kilkenny Macdonagh Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:30 pm Dublin | 1h50 | 11:20 pm Ormonde Road | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dublin to Kilkenny
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Buses from Dublin to Kilkenny run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 101 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 101 km |
Average bus duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Infobus, Dublin Coach, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons from Dublin to KilkennyYou can travel by bus between Dublin to Kilkenny with Infobus, Dublin Coach, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons for as low as $15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Dublin Coach
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
FAQs: Dublin to Kilkenny coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Kilkenny by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kilkenny, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dublin and Kilkenny
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 11, 16, 41 Train: DART Tram: Luas Red
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area, Zone 20.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 16, 41, 700
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