How far is it from Carlow to Kilkenny?

The distance between Carlow and Kilkenny is 39 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Carlow to Kilkenny?

The drive from Carlow to Kilkenny takes approximately 35 min by car.

What is the best route from Carlow to Kilkenny?

The fastest route from Carlow to Kilkenny covers 39 km with a driving time of approximately 35 min.

Which direction is Kilkenny from Carlow?

Kilkenny lies roughly to the south-west of Carlow.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Carlow and Kilkenny?

Along the route from Carlow to Kilkenny you can fill up at Circle K, Gulf, Blackquarry Service Station (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Carlow and Kilkenny?

Along the route from Carlow to Kilkenny you can stop for the night or service your van at Tree Grove Caravan and Camping Park.

Where can I stop to rest between Carlow and Kilkenny?

On the route from Carlow to Kilkenny you can take a break at Paulstown Services.

Are there charging stations between Carlow and Kilkenny?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Carlow to Kilkenny, including M9, Carlow (300 kW); Hanover Rd, Carlow (200 kW); M9 Exit 7, Paulstown (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 66.

Carlow Kilkenny

Distance: 39 kmDrive time: 35 min

Driving from Carlow to Kilkenny takes about 35 min via M9. The distance is 39 km. The straight-line distance is 30 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions21 · 39 km

1 Depart onto Dublin Street 63 m
2 Continue straight onto Burrin Street 360 m
3 At end of road, turn right onto Kilkenny Road 2 km
4 Enter roundabout left onto Kilkenny Road 56 m
5 Exit roundabout left onto Kilkenny Road 6 km
6 Enter roundabout slightly left 46 m
7 Exit roundabout slightly left 142 m
8 Enter roundabout slightly left 146 m
9 Exit roundabout slightly left 468 m
10 Merge slightly right onto Carlow to Knocktopher Motorway 20 km
11 Take exit slightly left onto Kilkenny Link Road 2 km
12 Merge slightly left onto Kilkenny Link Road 6 km
13 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Kilkenny Link Road 39 m

14 Exit roundabout left onto Kilkenny Link Road 184 m
15 Enter rotary slightly left onto Kilkenny Ring Road 13 m
16 Exit rotary straight onto Kilkenny Ring Road 954 m
17 Enter rotary slightly left onto Dublin Road 55 m
18 Exit rotary left onto Dublin Road 2 km
19 Turn left onto John Street Upper 159 m
20 Continue straight onto John Street Lower 346 m
21 Arrive onto Rose Inn Street

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The return trip from Kilkenny to Carlow covers roughly the same distance, 39 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

66 chargers

M9, CarlowM9, Carlow, Co. Carlow300 kW
Hanover Rd, CarlowHanover Rd, Carlow, Co. Carlow200 kW
M9 Exit 7, PaulstownM9 Exit 7, Paulstown, Co. Kilkenny180 kW
Kilkenny Ring Rd, KilkennyKilkenny Ring Rd, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny150 kW
Barrack St, KilkennyBarrack St, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny100 kW

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Top attractions along the route

No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Kilkenny → Wexford79 km · 1 h 20 min Kilkenny → Enniscorthy60 km · 1 h 5 min Kilkenny → Tullamore83 km · 1 h 25 min Kilkenny → Thurles49 km · 50 min Kilkenny → Nenagh91 km · 1 h 20 min Kilkenny → Portlaoise50 km · 50 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 October 2026.

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How far is it from Carlow to Kilkenny?: The distance between Carlow and Kilkenny is 39 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Carlow to Kilkenny?: The drive from Carlow to Kilkenny takes approximately 35 min by car.
What is the best route from Carlow to Kilkenny?: The fastest route from Carlow to Kilkenny covers 39 km with a driving time of approximately 35 min.
Which direction is Kilkenny from Carlow?: Kilkenny lies roughly to the south-west of Carlow.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Carlow and Kilkenny?: Along the route from Carlow to Kilkenny you can fill up at Circle K, Gulf, Blackquarry Service Station (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Carlow and Kilkenny?: Along the route from Carlow to Kilkenny you can stop for the night or service your van at Tree Grove Caravan and Camping Park.
Where can I stop to rest between Carlow and Kilkenny?: On the route from Carlow to Kilkenny you can take a break at Paulstown Services.
Are there charging stations between Carlow and Kilkenny?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Carlow to Kilkenny, including M9, Carlow (300 kW); Hanover Rd, Carlow (200 kW); M9 Exit 7, Paulstown (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 66.

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