The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kilkenny to Dublin
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kilkenny to Dublin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kilkenny to Dublin will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 5 buses that leave Kilkenny for Dublin every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kilkenny to Dublin
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kilkenny to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 101 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kilkenny to Dublin bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kilkenny to Dublin coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:20 Ormonde Road | 1h55 | 09:15 Dublin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:45 Kilkenny Macdonagh Station | 1h40 | 09:25 Dublin | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 04:15 Ormonde Road | 1h55 | 06:10 Dublin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:45 Kilkenny Macdonagh Station | 1h40 | 06:25 Dublin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:45 Ormonde Road | 2h00 | 07:45 Dublin | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kilkenny to Dublin
Buses from Kilkenny to Dublin run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 101 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 101 km |
Average bus duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Infobus, Dublin Coach, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons from Kilkenny to DublinYou can travel by bus between Kilkenny to Dublin with Infobus, Dublin Coach, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
Dublin Coach
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
FAQs: Kilkenny to Dublin coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kilkenny to Dublin by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kilkenny and Dublin
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 11, 16, 41 Train: DART Tram: Luas Red
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