🚌 Bus from Athy to Kilkenny
1 direct route · about 104 min · first bus 06:50, last bus 20:00 (weekdays).
💷 Fares follow the National Transport Authority's fare structure — a TFI Leap Card is significantly cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on most services. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 897 | TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow | ~104 min | 4 | 06:50 | 20:00 | Athy Station |
Times are for the first boarding point in Athy on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Athy to Kilkenny?
The 897 (TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow) runs directly from Athy to Kilkenny.
How long does the bus take from Athy to Kilkenny?
Around 104 minutes on the 897, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Athy to Kilkenny?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 897) leaves around 06:50 and the last around 20:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Athy to Kilkenny?
Fares follow the National Transport Authority's fare structure — a TFI Leap Card is significantly cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on most services.