How to get from Kilkenny to Kinsale by bus?

From Kilkenny to Kinsale by bus

To get from Kilkenny to Kinsale in Kinsale, take the 600 bus from Kilkenny Macdonagh Station station to Cork Anderson's Quay station. Next, take the 228 bus from Cork Saint Patrick's Quay station to Kinsale station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 41 min. The bus schedule from Kilkenny may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Kinsale on the Moovit app.

221min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 600600
Bus - 228228
Walk to Kinsale
Leaves from Kilkenny Macdonagh Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kilkenny Macdonagh Station
    ID 10326
    240 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 600600
    Wait for bus
    600
    Cork Anderson's Quay
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cork Anderson's Quay
    ID 11052
    155 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cork Saint Patrick's Quay
    ID 13083
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 228228
    Wait for bus
    228
    Kinsale
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kinsale
    ID 247191
    45 min
  • 7
    Walk to Kinsale
    Walk to
    Kinsale
    Market Quay
    150 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Kilkenny to Kinsale by bus and train

To get from Kilkenny to Kinsale you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the RAIL train from Kilkenny (Macdonagh) station to Waterford (Plunkett) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 40 bus and finally take the 228 bus from Cork Saint Patrick's Quay station to Kinsale station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 9 min. The bus schedule from Kilkenny may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Kinsale on the Moovit app.

249min
Train - RAILRAIL
Bus - 4040
Bus - 228228
Walk to Kinsale
Leaves from Kilkenny (Macdonagh)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Kilkenny
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Waterford (Plunkett)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waterford (Plunkett)
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Waterford Bus Station
    ID 355051
    580 m • 8 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Cork
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cork Bus Station
    ID 255021
    135 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cork Saint Patrick's Quay
    ID 13083
    170 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 228228
    Wait for bus
    228
    Kinsale
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kinsale
    ID 247191
    45 min
  • 10
    Walk to Kinsale
    Walk to
    Kinsale
    Market Quay
    150 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Kilkenny to Kinsale

The distance between Kilkenny and Kinsale is approximately 199.52 km, which can typically be travelled in 221 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kilkenny to Kinsale by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Kinsale – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Kilkenny to Kinsale

To check the bus schedule from Kilkenny to Kinsale using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Kilkenny) and destination (Kinsale), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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From Kilkenny to Kinsale by bus and train

To get from Kilkenny to Kinsale you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the RAIL train from Kilkenny (Macdonagh) station to Waterford (Plunkett) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 40 bus and finally take the 228 bus from Cork Saint Patrick's Quay station to Kinsale station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 9 min. The bus schedule from Kilkenny may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Kinsale on the Moovit app.

249min
Train - RAILRAIL
Bus - 4040
Bus - 228228
Walk to Kinsale
Leaves from Kilkenny (Macdonagh)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Kilkenny
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Waterford (Plunkett)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waterford (Plunkett)
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Waterford Bus Station
    ID 355051
    580 m • 8 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Cork
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cork Bus Station
    ID 255021
    135 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cork Saint Patrick's Quay
    ID 13083
    170 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 228228
    Wait for bus
    228
    Kinsale
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kinsale
    ID 247191
    45 min
  • 10
    Walk to Kinsale
    Walk to
    Kinsale
    Market Quay
    150 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Kinsale?

    The fastest way takes 221 minutes, using Bus line 600, Bus line 228.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Kilkenny to Kinsale?

    The alternative route takes 249 minutes, using Train line RAIL, Bus line 40, Bus line 228.

  • Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Kinsale?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Kilkenny to Kinsale?

    The 600 bus line goes from Kilkenny Macdonagh Station station near Kilkenny in Ireland to Cork Anderson's Quay station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Cork Anderson's Quay station near Kinsale.

  • How long does it take to travel from Kilkenny to Kinsale by bus?

    The total travel time between Kilkenny and Kinsale by bus is about 3 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Kilkenny to get to Kinsale?

    Get on the 600 bus from the Kilkenny Macdonagh Station stop near Kilkenny in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Kilkenny and Kinsale?

    Get off the bus at the Cork Anderson's Quay stop, which is closest to Kinsale.

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