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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Castlecomer is to bus which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Castlecomer is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Castlecomer?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Castlecomer. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Castlecomer via Carlow Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Athlone to Castlecomer?

The distance between Athlone and Castlecomer is 109 km. The road distance is 96.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Castlecomer without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 20m and costs €50 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Athlone to Castlecomer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Castlecomer bus from?

Athlone to Castlecomer bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Stn station.

Where does the Athlone to Castlecomer bus arrive?

Athlone to Castlecomer bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Carlow Bus Stn station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Castlecomer?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Castlecomer is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Athlone to Castlecomer.

Where can I stay near Castlecomer?

There are 135+ hotels available in Castlecomer.

Athlone to Castlecomer - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Athlone to Castlecomer by train, taxi, 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, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the taxi from Portlaoise to Castlecomertaxi
2h 20m
€53–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Carlow Bus Stnbus 73
3h 46m
€15–21
Drive 96.4 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Castlecomercar 96.4 km
1h 33m
€17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise Stn to Castlecomerbus 838
4h 13m
€17–26
Bus via Portlaoise JFL Ave
1. Take the bus from Athlone TUS to Portlaoise James Fintan Lalor Avebus 10062 / ...
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Castlecomerbus 838
5h 5m
€18–23

Athlone to Castlecomer by bus

13Weekly Buses

3h 46mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 109.2 km
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Castlecomer, IE-KK, Ireland?

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Athlone Stn to Carlow Bus Stn twice daily. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 2h 14m.

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