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13/05/2025
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Kilkenny to Athlone by train

The journey from Kilkenny to Athlone by train is 98.51 km and takes 3 hrs 2 mins. There are 7 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:35 and the last at 18:45. It is possible to travel from Kilkenny to Athlone by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 3 hrs 2 mins
Connection per Day 7
First Departure 06:35
Last Departure 18:45
Distance 98.51 km
Departure Kilkenny
Arrival Athlone
Carriers Irish Rail

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Kilkenny to Athlone

The cheapest Kilkenny - Athlone train tickets can be found for as low as €5.99 if you’re lucky, or €8.12 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €11.00.

Find the best day to travel to Athlone by train

When travelling to Athlone 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 Kilkenny to Athlone
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Kilkenny to Athlone CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
6.9kg
Bus
7.39kg
Flight
19.7kg
Car
15.76kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Kilkenny to Athlone by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Kilkenny and Athlone are 6.9kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Kilkenny and Athlone? By taking the train between Kilkenny and Athlone you will save 12.8kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.49kg compared to a bus and 8.86kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Kilkenny and Athlone by train?
Kilkenny to Athlone is 98.51 km.
How long does the train between Kilkenny and Athlone take?
Kilkenny to Athlone is on average 3 hrs 2 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 19 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Kilkenny to Athlone?
Kilkenny to Athlone has 7 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Kilkenny to Athlone leave?
The earliest train from Kilkenny to Athlone departs at 06:35. 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 Kilkenny to Athlone depart?
The latest train from Kilkenny to Athlone departs at 18:45. 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 Kilkenny to Athlone by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Kilkenny and Athlone is 2 hrs 19 mins.
Is there a direct train from Kilkenny to Athlone?
Yes, there is a direct train between Kilkenny and Athlone.
What are the CO2 emissions for Kilkenny to Athlone by train?
The train journey from Kilkenny to Athlone creates 6.9kg of CO2 emissions.

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