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29/04/2025
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Kilkenny to Dundalk by train

The journey from Kilkenny to Dundalk by train is 159.78 km and takes 4 hrs 8 mins. There are 5 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:35 and the last at 19:14. It is possible to travel from Kilkenny to Dundalk by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hrs 8 mins
Connection per Day 5
First Departure 06:35
Last Departure 19:14
Distance 159.78 km
Departure Kilkenny
Arrival Dundalk
Carriers Irish Rail

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Kilkenny to Dundalk

The cheapest Kilkenny - Dundalk train tickets can be found for as low as €1.05 if you’re lucky, or €6.04 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €11.28.

Find the best day to travel to Dundalk by train

When travelling to Dundalk 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 Dundalk
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Kilkenny to Dundalk 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 Kilkenny to Dundalk by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Kilkenny and Dundalk are 11.18kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Kilkenny and Dundalk? By taking the train between Kilkenny and Dundalk 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 Kilkenny and Dundalk by train?
Kilkenny to Dundalk is 159.78 km.
How long does the train between Kilkenny and Dundalk take?
Kilkenny to Dundalk is on average 4 hrs 8 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 34 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Kilkenny to Dundalk?
Kilkenny to Dundalk has 5 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Kilkenny to Dundalk leave?
The earliest train from Kilkenny to Dundalk 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 Dundalk depart?
The latest train from Kilkenny to Dundalk departs at 19:14. 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 Dundalk by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Kilkenny and Dundalk is 3 hrs 34 mins.
Is there a direct train from Kilkenny to Dundalk?
Yes, there is a direct train between Kilkenny and Dundalk.
What are the CO2 emissions for Kilkenny to Dundalk by train?
The train journey from Kilkenny to Dundalk creates 11.18kg of CO2 emissions.

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