How to get from Kilkenny to Ross Castle by bus?

Kilkenny to Ross Castle - Bus Schedule

The 717 bus from Kilkenny to Ross Castle runs from 08:10 to 01:05, with departures every 1 hr 30 min-2 hr 5 min. The trip takes about 6 hr 2 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Kilkenny to Ross Castle by bus

To get from Kilkenny to Ross Castle in Killarney, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 717 bus from Kilkenny Macdonagh Station station to Clonmel Showgrounds station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 55 bus and finally take the 300 bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay station to Killarney Mission Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 2 min. The bus schedule from Kilkenny may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ross Castle on the Moovit app.

362min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 717717
Bus - 5555
Bus - 300300
Walk to Ross Castle
Leaves from Kilkenny Macdonagh Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kilkenny Macdonagh Station
    ID 10326
    230 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 717717
    Wait for bus
    717
    Clonmel Showgs
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clonmel Showgrounds
    ID 331911
    50 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    Limerick Bus Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Limerick Colbert
    ID 635011
    93 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Limerick Arthur's Quay
    ID 605551
    960 m • 13 min
  • 7
    Bus - 300300
    Wait for bus
    300
    Killarney Mission Road
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Killarney Mission Road
    ID 11946
    95 min
  • 9
    Walk to Ross Castle
    Walk to
    Ross Castle
    Ross Road
    2.7 km • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Kilkenny to Ross Castle

The distance between Kilkenny, Killarney and Ross Castle, Killarney is approximately 245 km, which can typically be travelled in 362 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kilkenny to Ross Castle by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Killarney – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Kilkenny to Ross Castle

To check the bus schedule from Kilkenny to Ross Castle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Kilkenny) and destination (Ross Castle), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Ross Castle?

    The fastest way takes 362 minutes, using Bus line 717, Bus line 55, Bus line 300.

  • Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Ross Castle?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 2 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Kilkenny to Ross Castle?

    The 717 bus line goes from Kilkenny Macdonagh Station near Kilkenny in Ireland to Clonmel Showgrounds station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Clonmel Showgrounds station near Ross Castle in Killarney.

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

    The total travel time between Kilkenny in Ireland and Ross Castle in Killarney by bus is about 6 hr 2 min.

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

    Get on the 717 bus from the Kilkenny Macdonagh Station near Kilkenny in Ireland.

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

    Get off the bus at the Clonmel Showgrounds stop, which is closest to Ross Castle in Killarney.

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