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Medieval Mile Museum
Award-winning museum tracing medieval commerce, civic life, and archaeology through immersive displays in a beautifully restored church setting.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Limerick to Kilkenny
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 05
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€0.00
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€23
Fastest journey on Sep 05
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
2 h 41 m
Buses on Sep 05
8
Distance
92 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Limerick to Kilkenny is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Limerick to Kilkenny without transferring at least once.
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11:25 AM3h33Limerick2:58 PMOrmonde RoadFind prices1 transfer- 5:25 PM4h03Limerick9:28 PMOrmonde RoadFind prices1 transfer
- 8:25 AM2h30Limerick10:55 AMOrmonde Road€311One-way1 transfer
- 9:25 AM3h30Limerick12:55 PMOrmonde Road€311One-way1 transfer
- 12:25 PM2h30Limerick2:55 PMOrmonde Road€311One-way1 transfer
- 4:25 PM2h25Limerick6:50 PMOrmonde Road€311One-way1 transfer
- 8:25 AM2h30Limerick10:55 AMOrmonde Road€311One-way1 transfer
- 12:25 PM2h30Limerick2:55 PMOrmonde Road€311One-way1 transfer
- 2:25 PM2h30Limerick4:55 PMOrmonde Road€311One-way1 transfer
- 9:25 AM3h30Limerick12:55 PMOrmonde Road€311One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Limerick to Kilkenny
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Limerick to Kilkenny among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, while a bus costs an average of €31.
Distance: 57 miles (92 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€31 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Limerick to Kilkenny is a train with an average price of €25.
This is compared to other travel options from Limerick to Kilkenny:
A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Limerick to Kilkenny costing on average €31.
The fastest way to travel from Limerick to Kilkenny is by bus with an average journey time of 30m.
Other travel options to Kilkenny take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 36m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Limerick and Kilkenny including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Limerick to Kilkenny among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.
You'll arrive about 1h 18m sooner (30m by bus vs 1h 48m by car). Tickets start at around €31 compared to roughly €20 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by Infobus.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Limerick to Kilkenny Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 02:58PM | Duration 3h33 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 09:28PM | Duration 4h03 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 09:28PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Live departures
Limerick to Kilkenny bus times
The table below shows live departures for Limerick to Kilkenny buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:25 PM Limerick | 5h50 | 2:15 AM Ormonde Road | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
| 8:25 AM Limerick | 2h30 | 10:55 AM Ormonde Road | 1 transfer | |
| 9:25 AM Limerick | 3h30 | 12:55 PM Ormonde Road | 1 transfer | |
| 11:25 AM Limerick | 3h33 | 2:58 PM Ormonde Road | 1 transfer | |
| 12:25 PM Limerick | 2h30 | 2:55 PM Ormonde Road | 1 transfer | |
| 2:25 PM Limerick | 2h30 | 4:55 PM Ormonde Road | 1 transfer | |
| 4:25 PM Limerick | 2h25 | 6:50 PM Ormonde Road | 1 transfer | |
| 5:25 PM Limerick | 4h03 | 9:28 PM Ormonde Road | 1 transfer | |
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Infobus as well as Expressway (Bus Éireann) offer buses services from Limerick to Kilkenny.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Infobus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Expressway (Bus Éireann) to find the best option for your trip from Limerick to Kilkenny.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Infobus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Limerick to Kilkenny.
Why book with Omio over Busbud or Checkmybus?
- Official reseller: Infobus tickets can only be bought on Omio or Infobus's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Infobus tickets. Busbud or Checkmybus do not sell Infobus tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Limerick to Kilkenny.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Limerick to Kilkenny
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Buses from Limerick to Kilkenny run on average 7 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €25 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 08:25, the last at 20:25. The fastest bus covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €25
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average bus duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 8:25 AM |
Last bus 8:25 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €25
Bus providers: Infobus, Expressway (Bus Éireann) from Limerick to KilkennyYou can travel by bus between Limerick to Kilkenny with Infobus, Expressway (Bus Éireann) for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own "BusSystem" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Infobus frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
Expressway (Bus Éireann)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Expressway (Bus Éireann) Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Expressway (Bus Éireann) Price
€31
Expressway (Bus Éireann) frequency
7 a day
Complete guide to Kilkenny
Things to do in Kilkenny
Discover the best of Kilkenny — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kilkenny trip today.
- Recommended
Rothe House & Garden
Interactive heritage experience inside a grand merchant house, with period rooms and exhibits that bring medieval Kilkenny's wealthy past to life.
- Recommended
Kilkenny Design Centre
Craft and design center in the castle yard showcasing Irish makers through changing exhibitions, retail displays, and contemporary creative work.
- Must visit
Medieval Mile
Kilkenny's celebrated heritage trail links major sights with lanes, churches, and museums. It is the best way to orient yourself in the old city.
- Must visit
Kilkenny Castle Park
Attractive linear park beside the River Nore with mature trees, castle views, and easy walking paths close to the city center.
- Recommended
High Street
Elegant main street lined with historic buildings, shops, and public spaces, forming the lively heart of central Kilkenny's urban life.
- Vegetarian
Kilkenny Irish Cream Ale
A rich amber-red ale brewed in Kilkenny since the 18th century, known for its smooth creamy head and close link to the city’s brewing heritage.
- Vegetarian
Irish Soda Bread
A traditional Irish soda bread made with buttermilk and baking soda. It is a staple with soups, stews, and breakfasts across Kilkenny homes and pubs.
- Gluten-free
Irish Stew
A hearty stew of lamb or mutton, potatoes, onions, and carrots. It is a classic Irish comfort dish often served in traditional Kilkenny pubs.
Lady Helen Restaurant
Elegant Michelin-starred dining at Mount Juliet, focused on seasonal Irish ingredients in a refined country-house setting.
Campagne
Well-regarded modern Irish restaurant in the city centre, known for local produce, polished cooking, and a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
Kytelers Inn
Historic pub and dining rooms serving traditional Irish dishes, steaks, and seafood in a classic old-world Kilkenny setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Ireland. Rooms and dining cost more than smaller towns, but Kilkenny is cheaper than Dublin. Walkable center helps keep local transport costs low.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or casual lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is appreciated but not required. Restaurants: 10% for good service if not included. Taxis: round up or add 5-10%. Cafes: small change optional.
TFI Live
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.00
- Day pass
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To the city center
The Parade (Kilkenny Castle) -> MacDonagh Railway Station, Kilkenny
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 13 min
- TFI Live provides official real-time bus information for Kilkenny town and regional services.
- Local Bus Éireann town buses in Kilkenny generally accept cash only on board. Have exact fare ready, as change may not be available.
FAQs: Bus from Limerick to Kilkenny
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Limerick to Kilkenny by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kilkenny, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Limerick to Kilkenny can start from as little as €31 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Limerick to Kilkenny is €31 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Limerick to Kilkenny is 2h 25m to travel the 57 miles (92 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Limerick to Kilkenny leaves at 8:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Limerick to Kilkenny leaves at 8:25 PM.
There are 7 buses a day from Limerick to Kilkenny which require at least one change with Infobus, Expressway (Bus Éireann). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Limerick to Kilkenny, you can count on Infobus, Expressway (Bus Éireann) for the best way to get you to Kilkenny. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Limerick and Kilkenny and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Kilkenny from Limerick is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Limerick and Kilkenny including taking a train and bus.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Limerick to Kilkenny for bus company Infobus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Limerick to Kilkenny:
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Kilkenny are:
- Kilkenny Castle, a historic 12th-century castle with expansive gardens and art galleries
- St. Canice's Cathedral, a medieval cathedral known for its round tower offering panoramic views of the city
- Rothe House and Garden, a restored 17th-century merchant's townhouse with period furnishings and a heritage garden
- Black Abbey, a 13th-century Dominican abbey featuring stunning stained glass windows
- Butler Gallery, a contemporary art gallery housed in the historic Evans' Home.
The best things to do in Kilkenny include:
- Smithwick's Experience, an interactive tour of Ireland's oldest brewery with tastings
- Medieval Mile Museum, a museum showcasing Kilkenny's rich medieval history
- Kilkenny Design Centre, a hub for Irish crafts and design
- Take a scenic walk along the River Nore
- Explore the vibrant local food scene at Kilkenny Farmers Market.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Limerick to Kilkenny depends on the bus companies:
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company Infobus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Limerick to Kilkenny.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Limerick to Kilkenny:
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Limerick to Kilkenny:
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Limerick to Kilkenny. The following conditions apply:
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Limerick to Kilkenny with the following bus company: Infobus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Limerick to Kilkenny with the following bus company: Infobus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Limerick to Kilkenny with the following bus company: Infobus.
Since neither Limerick nor Kilkenny are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Ireland and Ireland. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Limerick to Kilkenny among Omio's users.
Ireland uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find using cards more convenient and widely accepted for payments, though carrying some cash can be helpful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Kilkenny, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing in crowded areas, especially around popular attractions and markets. Scams involving overpriced taxi fares can occur, so it’s advisable to use licensed taxis or pre-book transportation. Additionally, travelers should be mindful of their belongings in busy pubs and nightlife spots to avoid theft. Overall, standard urban safety precautions are recommended.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Limerick to Kilkenny
Most Limerick to Kilkenny buses use the Limerick, Bus Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Limerick and Kilkenny bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Limerick
Arrival bus stations in Kilkenny
Which Limerick station do buses to Kilkenny leave from?
Buses from Limerick to Kilkenny leave from Limerick, Bus Station. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Limerick city centre at Prior's-Land, Limerick, Ireland.
Limerick, Bus StationPrior's-Land, Limerick, Ireland
City-centre transport
Getting to Limerick, Bus Station from Limerick city centre
TrainIc, Re, 250 · 28m · €5 · every ~2 min
Bus347 · 44m · €12
Limerick, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Limerick, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available at the station. ATMs are available at Limerick, Bus Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Limerick, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Limerick, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Limerick, Bus Station: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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