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How to get from Kilkenny to Portlaoise by bus?

From Kilkenny to Portlaoise by bus

To get from Kilkenny to Portlaoise in Ireland, take the IW01 bus from Kilkenny Stn station to Carlow Inst station. Next, take the IW08 bus from Tyndall College station to Market Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min. The bus schedule from Kilkenny may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Portlaoise on the Moovit app.

99min
Walk to bus station
Bus - IW01IW01
Bus - IW08IW08
Walk to Portlaoise
Leaves from Kilkenny Stn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kilkenny Stn
    ID 10285
    130 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - IW01IW01
    Wait for bus
    IW01
    Carlow Inst
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carlow Inst
    ID 201011
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tyndall College
    ID 12325
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - IW08IW08
    Wait for bus
    IW08
    Mountmellick
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Market Square
    ID 160131
    61 min
  • 7
    Walk to Portlaoise
    Walk to
    Portlaoise
    310 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Kilkenny to Portlaoise

The distance between Kilkenny, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland is approximately 78.34 km, which can typically be travelled in 99 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kilkenny to Portlaoise by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Kilkenny to Portlaoise

To check the bus schedule from Kilkenny to Portlaoise using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Kilkenny) and destination (Portlaoise), 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 Portlaoise?

    The fastest way takes 99 minutes, using Bus line IW01, Bus line IW08.

  • Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Portlaoise in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 39 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Kilkenny to Portlaoise in Ireland?

    The IW01 bus line goes from Kilkenny Stn station near Kilkenny to Carlow Inst station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Carlow Inst station near Portlaoise in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Kilkenny to Portlaoise in Ireland by bus?

    The total travel time between Kilkenny and Portlaoise in Ireland by bus is about 1 hr 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Kilkenny to get to Portlaoise in Ireland?

    Get on the IW01 bus from the Kilkenny Stn stop near Kilkenny in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Kilkenny and Portlaoise in Ireland?

    Get off the bus at the Carlow Inst stop, which is closest to Portlaoise in Ireland.

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