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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Limerick is to bus which costs €12 - €19 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Limerick is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athlone Station station and arriving at Limerick Colbert Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Limerick via Athenry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Athlone to Limerick?

The distance between Athlone and Limerick is 121 km. The road distance is 116.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Limerick without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €12 - €19.

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

The bus from Athlone Station to Limerick Colbert Station takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Limerick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Limerick?

The best way to get from Athlone to Limerick is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €12 - €19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €15 - €22 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Athlone to Limerick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athlone to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Limerick is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Athlone to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 133+ hotels available in Limerick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to Limerick 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 Athlone Station to Limerick Colbert Station72
2h 25m
€12–19
Train
1. Take the train from Athlone to AthenryIc / ...
2. Take the train from Athenry to LimerickIc
3h 11m
€15–21
Drive 116.9 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Limerick116.9 km
1h 31m
€20–29
Bus via TUS North Gate
1. Take the bus from TUS North Gate to O'Connell StreetUl06
3h 25m
€17–25

Athlone to Limerick by bus

20Weekly Buses

2h 25mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.7 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Athlone Station to Limerick Colbert Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €12–19 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athlone to Limerick via Athenry in around 3h 11m.

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