What is the cheapest way to get from Athenry to Cobh?

The cheapest way to get from Athenry to Cobh is to bus which costs €21 - €40 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athenry to Cobh?

The fastest way to get from Athenry to Cobh is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Athenry and Cobh?

No, there is no direct train from Athenry to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Athenry and arriving at Cobh via Limerick, Limerick Junction and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Athenry to Cobh?

The distance between Athenry and Cobh is 240 km. The road distance is 208.4 km.

How do I travel from Athenry to Cobh without a car?

The best way to get from Athenry to Cobh without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs €21 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Athenry to Cobh?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Athenry to Cobh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athenry to Cobh train from?

Athenry to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athenry station.

Train or bus from Athenry to Cobh?

The best way to get from Athenry to Cobh is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs €21 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Athenry to Cobh train arrive?

Athenry to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick station.

Can I drive from Athenry to Cobh?

Yes, the driving distance between Athenry to Cobh is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Athenry to Cobh.

Where can I stay near Cobh?

There are 313+ hotels available in Cobh.

Athenry to Cobh - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Athenry to Cobh 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 Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
4h 55m
€21–39
Train
1. Take the train from Athenry to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Corktrain 208 / ...
5h 28m
€25–37
Drive 208.4 km
1. Drive from Athenry to Cobhcar 208.4 km
2h 29m
€35–50

Athenry to Cobh by train and bus

131Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.1 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Athenry, Ireland and Cobh, Ireland?

Citylink operates a bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 3h. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athenry to Cobh via Limerick, Limerick Junction, and Cork in around 5h 28m.

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