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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Athy is to train which costs €11 - €16 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Athy is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Athy. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Mulgrave Street via Saint Peter and Paul's Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Athy. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Athy via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Athlone to Athy?

The distance between Athlone and Athy is 104 km. The road distance is 92.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Athy without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs €11 - €16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Athlone to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Athy bus from?

Athlone to Athy bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Athy?

The best way to get from Athlone to Athy is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs €11 - €16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Athlone to Athy bus arrive?

Athlone to Athy bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where does the Athlone to Athy train arrive?

Athlone to Athy train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Athy is 93 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Athlone to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 137+ hotels available in Athy.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to Athy by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Athytrain Re / ...
2h 11m
€11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 73
2. Take the bus from Saint Peter and Paul's Church to Mulgrave Streetbus Iw06
3h 3m
€16–23
Drive 92.7 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Athycar 92.7 km
1h 21m
€16–23
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athlone to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Kildare Station to Athybus 883
2h 32m

Athlone to Athy by train

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2h 11mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.3 km
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Athy via Kildare in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Station to Mulgrave Street via Portlaoise JFL Avenue and Saint Peter and Paul's Church in around 3h 3m.

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