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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Cork is to bus and train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Cork station. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Cork Bus Station via Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Cork. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Athlone to Cork?

The distance between Athlone and Cork is 261 km. The road distance is 208 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Cork without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €24 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Athlone to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Cork bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Cork?

The best way to get from Athlone to Cork is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €24 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Athlone to Cork bus arrive?

Athlone to Cork bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Limerick Colbert Station.

Where does the Athlone to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Cork is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Athlone to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 165+ hotels available in Cork.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Athlone to Cork 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 Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain 208 / ...
4h 35m
€24–36
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Corktrain 208 / ...
4h 55m
€22–32
Drive 208 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Corkcar 208 km
2h 32m
€35–50
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 72
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Cork Bus Stationbus 51
5h 6m
€29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcadia to ATU Galwaybus 763 / ...
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
5h 15m
€31–43

Athlone to Cork by train

60Weekly Trains

4h 35mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260.9 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Station to Cork Bus Station via Limerick Colbert Station in around 5h 6m.

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