What is the travel distance from Kilkenny to Dublin?

The distance separating Kilkenny and Dublin is 62 miles (100 km).

What are the best sights and things to do in Dublin?

Once in Dublin, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The National Gallery, Aboveboard, Boyne Valley, Dublin Bay Cruises and Kilmainham Gaol.

Bus Kilkenny to Dublin from $20 | Compare & Save up to 42%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kilkenny to Dublin on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30pm	Kilkenny Ormond Road	2h 5m	9:35pm	Dublin (Docklands) North Wall Quay	Cheapest
Bus	7:30pm	Kilkenny Ormond Road	1h 40m	9:10pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	6:50pm	Kilkenny Ormond Road	2h 35m	9:25pm	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Kilkenny Ormond Road	2h 25m	9:55pm	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	6:50pm	Kilkenny Ormond Road	1h 45m	8:35pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	No tags
Bus	6:50pm	Kilkenny Ormond Road	2h 5m	8:55pm	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Kilkenny Ormond Road	1h 55m	9:25pm	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	No tags
Bus	6:50pm	Kilkenny Ormond Road	2h 10m	9:00pm	Dublin City South, Georges Quay	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:23 PM GMT.

Get from Kilkenny to Dublin

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

63 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

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JJ Kavanagh & Sons

4/538 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

Based on 38 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. JJ Kavanagh & Sons ticket prices on this trip start at $23

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kilkenny to Dublin by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/11

$20

11/12

$20

Today

$20

11/14

$20

11/15

$20

11/16

$21

11/17

$20

11/18

$21

The cheapest trip from Kilkenny to Dublin was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kilkenny to Dublin, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $20 to $34 for a bus ticket from Kilkenny to Dublin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-11-15.