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24/03/2025
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Dundalk to Kilkenny by train

The journey from Dundalk to Kilkenny by train is 159.78 km and takes 3 hrs 59 mins. There are 5 connections per day, with the first departure at 08:00 and the last at 16:30. It is possible to travel from Dundalk to Kilkenny by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 3 hrs 59 mins
Connection per Day 5
First Departure 08:00
Last Departure 16:30
Distance 159.78 km
Departure Dundalk
Arrival Kilkenny
Carriers Irish Rail

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Dundalk to Kilkenny

The cheapest Dundalk - Kilkenny train tickets can be found for as low as €1.00 if you’re lucky, or €6.07 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €12.05.

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 Dundalk to Kilkenny
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Dundalk to Kilkenny CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
11.18kg
Bus
11.98kg
Flight
31.96kg
Car
25.57kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Dundalk to Kilkenny by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Dundalk and Kilkenny are 11.18kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Dundalk and Kilkenny? By taking the train between Dundalk and Kilkenny you will save 20.78kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.8kg compared to a bus and 14.39kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Dundalk and Kilkenny by train?
Dundalk to Kilkenny is 159.78 km.
How long does the train between Dundalk and Kilkenny take?
Dundalk to Kilkenny is on average 3 hrs 59 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 25 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Dundalk to Kilkenny?
Dundalk to Kilkenny has 5 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Dundalk to Kilkenny leave?
The earliest train from Dundalk to Kilkenny departs at 08:00. 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 Dundalk to Kilkenny depart?
The latest train from Dundalk to Kilkenny departs at 16:30. 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 Dundalk to Kilkenny by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Dundalk and Kilkenny is 3 hrs 25 mins.
Is there a direct train from Dundalk to Kilkenny?
Yes, there is a direct train between Dundalk and Kilkenny.
What are the CO2 emissions for Dundalk to Kilkenny by train?
The train journey from Dundalk to Kilkenny creates 11.18kg of CO2 emissions.

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