Bus from Kilkenny to Dublin: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Kilkenny to Dublin on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
JJ Kavanagh & SonsBus
Kilkenny Ormond Road
Dublin (Docklands) North Wall QuayCheapest
JJ Kavanagh & SonsBus
Kilkenny Ormond Road
Dublin - Red Cow LuasFastest
JJ Kavanagh & SonsBus
Kilkenny Ormond Road
Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)No tags
JJ Kavanagh & SonsBus
Kilkenny Ormond Road
Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)No tags
JJ Kavanagh & SonsBus
Kilkenny Ormond Road
Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:20 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 £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day
1h 50mAverage duration
64 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Kilkenny to Dublin

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Kilkenny to Dublin?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Kilkenny to Dublin start from £17. The average price for this route is around £18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Kilkenny to Dublin?

    The average bus journey time from Kilkenny to Dublin is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 64 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 5m and is operated by JJ Kavanagh & Sons.

  3. Which bus companies service the Kilkenny to Dublin route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kilkenny to Dublin?

    The earliest bus departs from Kilkenny to Dublin at 02:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kilkenny to Dublin?

    A bus journey from Kilkenny to Dublin produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
25/11
£16
26/11
£16
Today
£16
28/11
£16
29/11
£16
30/11
£16
01/12
£16
02/12
£16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kilkenny to Dublin was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £16

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 £16 to £26 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 £16, which is on 2025-11-30.

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