What is the distance between Kilkenny and Waterford?

Kilkenny and Waterford are 28 miles (45 km) apart.

Bus Kilkenny to Waterford from $8 | Compare & Save up to 10%

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Kilkenny to Waterford on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	Kilkenny Ormond Road	37m	4:22am	Waterford (Manor Village)	No tags
Bus	3:45am	Kilkenny Ormond Road	35m	4:20am	Waterford Parnell	No tags
Bus	3:45am	Kilkenny Ormond Road	45m	4:30am	Waterford Cork	No tags
Bus	3:45am	Kilkenny Ormond Road	30m	4:15am	Waterford Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	3:45am	Kilkenny Ormond Road	40m	4:25am	Waterford (Riverwalk Apartments)	No tags

Get from Kilkenny to Waterford

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 37 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

37mAverage Duration

29 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

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JJ Kavanagh & Sons

4/538 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

Based on 38 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. JJ Kavanagh & Sons ticket prices on this trip start at $10

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kilkenny to Waterford by bus

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

Best price found

11/13

$8

11/14

$8

Today

$8

11/16

$8

11/17

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11/18

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11/19

$8

11/20

$8

The cheapest trip from Kilkenny to Waterford was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kilkenny to Waterford, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $8 to $9 for a bus ticket from Kilkenny to Waterford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-11-19.