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16/11/2025
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Kildare to Kilkenny by train

The journey from Kildare to Kilkenny by train is 37.47 mi and takes 1 hr 5 mins. There are 6 connections per day, with the first departure at 07:47 and the last at 19:03. It is possible to travel from Kildare to Kilkenny by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 1 hr 5 mins
Connection per Day 6
First Departure 07:47
Last Departure 19:03
Distance 37.47 mi
Departure Kildare
Arrival Kilkenny
Carriers Irish Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Kildare to Kilkenny

The cheapest Kildare - Kilkenny train tickets can be found for as low as £5.86 if you’re lucky, or £6.92 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £8.84.

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!

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Kildare to Kilkenny CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
4.22kg
Bus
4.52kg
Flight
12.06kg
Car
9.65kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Kildare to Kilkenny by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Kildare and Kilkenny are 4.22kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Kildare and Kilkenny? By taking the train between Kildare and Kilkenny you will save 7.84kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.3kg compared to a bus and 5.43kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Kildare and Kilkenny by train?
Kildare to Kilkenny is 37.47 mi.
How long does the train between Kildare and Kilkenny take?
Kildare to Kilkenny is on average 1 hr 5 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 0 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Kildare to Kilkenny?
Kildare to Kilkenny has 6 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Kildare to Kilkenny leave?
The earliest train from Kildare to Kilkenny departs at 07:47. 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 Kildare to Kilkenny depart?
The latest train from Kildare to Kilkenny departs at 19:03. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
How many direct connections depart from Kildare to Kilkenny?
There are on average 6 direct connection(s) from Kildare to go to Kilkenny.
What's the fastest journey time between Kildare to Kilkenny by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Kildare and Kilkenny is 1 hr 0 mins.
Is there a direct train from Kildare to Kilkenny?
Yes, there is a direct train between Kildare and Kilkenny.
What are the CO2 emissions for Kildare to Kilkenny by train?
The train journey from Kildare to Kilkenny creates 4.22kg of CO2 emissions.

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