What is the cheapest way to get from Adare to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Adare to Athlone is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Adare to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from Adare to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Adare and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Adare to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Adare and arriving at Athlone Station via Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Adare to Athlone?

The distance between Adare and Athlone is 140 km. The road distance is 131.4 km.

How do I travel from Adare to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from Adare to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 3h 48m and costs €22 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Adare to Athlone?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Adare to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adare to Athlone bus from?

Adare to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Limerick Colbert Station.

Train or bus from Adare to Athlone?

The best way to get from Adare to Athlone is to bus which takes 3h 48m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Adare to Athlone bus arrive?

Adare to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.

Can I drive from Adare to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Adare to Athlone is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Adare to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 68+ hotels available in Athlone.

Adare to Athlone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Adare to Athlone by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Athlone Stationbus 72
3h 48m
€23–33
Drive 131.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Adare to Athlonecar 131.4 km
1h 35m
€22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Athenry to Athlonetrain Re / ...
4h 59m
€26–36
Bus via Kilmartin Centre
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Kilmartin Centrebus Ul06
4h 25m
€26–40

Adare to Athlone by bus

20Weekly Buses

3h 48mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Adare to Athlone.

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Distance: 139.5 km
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Adare, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Athlone Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €12–19 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Adare to Athlone via Limerick Colbert Station, Limerick, and Athenry in around 4h 59m.

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