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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Midleton is to bus and train which costs €27 - €40 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Midleton is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Midleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Midleton. However, there are services departing from Arcadia and arriving at Jameson Distillery via ATU Galway and Cork Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Athlone to Midleton?

The distance between Athlone and Midleton is 281 km. The road distance is 203.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Midleton without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Athlone to Midleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Midleton bus from?

Athlone to Midleton bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Arcadia station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Midleton?

The best way to get from Athlone to Midleton is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Athlone to Midleton bus arrive?

Athlone to Midleton bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at ATU Galway station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Midleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Midleton is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Athlone to Midleton.

Where can I stay near Midleton?

There are 271+ hotels available in Midleton.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Athlone to Midleton 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 / ...
5h 28m
€28–43
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Corktrain 208 / ...
5h 51m
€27–40
Drive 203.6 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Midletoncar 203.6 km
2h 37m
€34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcadia to ATU Galwaybus 763 / ...
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
6h 11m
€36–51
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 73
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Jameson Distillerybus 40
6h 47m
€35–50

Athlone to Midleton by train and bus

60Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Athlone to Midleton.

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Distance: 281.3 km
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Midleton via Portarlington, Portlaoise, Cork, and Cork Kent Station in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arcadia to Jameson Distillery via ATU Galway, Cork Anderson's Quay, and Cork Bus Station in around 6h 11m.

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