Bus from Kilkenny to Athy
1 direct route · about 110 min · first bus 04:45, last bus 18:00 (weekdays).
Next buses to Athy as of 08:27
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Kilkenny, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 897 | TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow | ~110 min | 4 | Sat 4 · Sun 3 | 04:45 | 18:00 | Ormonde Road | Athy | Carlow |
Times are for the first boarding point in Kilkenny on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 897 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Kilkenny to Athy?
The 897 (TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow) runs directly from Kilkenny to Athy. Board at Ormonde Road and get off at Athy; the journey takes about 110 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Kilkenny to Athy?
Around 110 minutes on the 897, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Carlow on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Kilkenny to Athy?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 04:45 and the last around 18:00. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Kilkenny to Athy?
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.