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24/03/2025
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Cork to Kilkenny by train

The journey from Cork to Kilkenny by train is 118.1 km and takes 4 hrs 36 mins. There are 10 connections per day, with the first departure at 07:00 and the last at 16:25. It is possible to travel from Cork to Kilkenny by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hrs 36 mins
Connection per Day 10
First Departure 07:00
Last Departure 16:25
Distance 118.1 km
Departure Cork
Arrival Kilkenny
Carriers Irish Rail

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Cork to Kilkenny

The cheapest Cork - Kilkenny train tickets can be found for as low as €3.67 if you’re lucky, or €5.47 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €7.28.

Find the best day to travel to Kilkenny by train

When travelling to Kilkenny by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Irish Rail from Cork to Kilkenny
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Cork to Kilkenny CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
8.27kg
Bus
8.86kg
Flight
23.62kg
Car
18.9kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cork to Kilkenny by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cork and Kilkenny are 8.27kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cork and Kilkenny? By taking the train between Cork and Kilkenny you will save 15.35kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.59kg compared to a bus and 10.63kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Cork and Kilkenny by train?
Cork to Kilkenny is 118.1 km.
How long does the train between Cork and Kilkenny take?
Cork to Kilkenny is on average 4 hrs 36 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 40 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Cork to Kilkenny?
Cork to Kilkenny has 10 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cork to Kilkenny leave?
The earliest train from Cork to Kilkenny departs at 07:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Cork to Kilkenny depart?
The latest train from Cork to Kilkenny departs at 16:25. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Cork to Kilkenny by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cork and Kilkenny is 3 hrs 40 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cork to Kilkenny?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cork and Kilkenny.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cork to Kilkenny by train?
The train journey from Cork to Kilkenny creates 8.27kg of CO2 emissions.

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