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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Limerick Junction is to bus which costs €15 - €22 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Limerick Junction is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Limerick Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Limerick Junction via Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Limerick Junction?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Limerick Junction via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Athlone to Limerick Junction?

The distance between Athlone and Limerick Junction is 167 km. The road distance is 132.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Limerick Junction without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €15 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Athlone to Limerick Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Limerick Junction bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Limerick Junction train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Limerick Junction?

The best way to get from Athlone to Limerick Junction is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €15 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €22 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Athlone to Limerick Junction bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athlone to Limerick Junction train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Limerick Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Limerick Junction is 133 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Athlone to Limerick Junction.

Where can I stay near Limerick Junction?

There are 89+ hotels available in Limerick Junction.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to Limerick Junction 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 Portarlington803 / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Limerick JunctionIc
2h 36m
€15–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Thurles Station850
3h 48m
€15–21
Drive 132.6 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Limerick Junction132.6 km
2h 5m
€23–32
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Limerick Colbert Station72
4h
€19–34

Athlone to Limerick Junction by train

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2h 36mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Athlone to Limerick Junction.

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Distance: 167.3 km
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Limerick Junction via Portarlington in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, TFI Local Link Laois Offaly operates a bus from Golden Island to Thurles Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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