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

The cheapest way to get from Howth to Kilkenny is to bus via Talbot St East which costs €12 - €17 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howth to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Howth and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Howth to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Main Street Howth and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via George's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Howth and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Howth to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Howth and arriving at Kilkenny via Abbey St. and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Howth to Kilkenny?

The distance between Howth and Kilkenny is 140 km. The road distance is 138.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Howth to Kilkenny without a car is to bus via Talbot St East which takes 3h 21m and costs €12 - €17.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Howth to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howth to Kilkenny bus from?

Howth to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Main Street Howth station.

Where do I catch the Howth to Kilkenny train from?

Howth to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Howth station.

Train or bus from Howth to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Howth to Kilkenny is to bus via Talbot St East which takes 3h 21m and costs €12 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €23 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Howth to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Howth to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Talbot St East station.

Where does the Howth to Kilkenny train arrive?

Howth to Kilkenny train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tara Street station.

Can I drive from Howth to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Howth to Kilkenny is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Howth to Kilkenny.

Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

There are 155+ hotels available in Kilkenny.

Howth to Kilkenny - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Howth to Kilkenny by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Talbot St East
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1. Take the bus from Main Street Howth to Talbot St Eastbus 6 / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
3h 21m
€13–17
Train
1. Take the train from Howth to Tara Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3h 21m
€15–23
Drive 138.6 km
1. Drive from Howth to Kilkennycar 138.6 km
1h 41m
€25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Main Street Howth to Abbey St Lowerbus 6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
3h 28m
€15–20

Howth to Kilkenny by bus and foot

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Distance: 139.9 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Howth, Ireland and Kilkenny, IE-KK, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Main Street Howth to Kilkenny Stn via Talbot St East and George's Quay in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Howth to Kilkenny via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 21m.

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