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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Midleton is to train which costs €27 - €45 and takes 4h 11m.

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 €35 - €55.

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 Athlone Stn and arriving at Jameson Distillery via Limerick Colbert and Cork Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Midleton?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Midleton. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Midleton via Portarlington, Portlaoise and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Athlone to Midleton?

The distance between Athlone and Midleton is 280 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 4h 11m and costs €27 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m 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 Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Stn station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Midleton train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Midleton?

The best way to get from Athlone to Midleton is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs €27 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Athlone to Midleton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athlone to Midleton train arrive?

Athlone to Midleton train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington 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 303+ hotels available in Midleton.

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

There are 4 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 Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 11m
€27–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Corktrain Ic / ...
5h 20m
€34–47
Drive 203.6 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Midletoncar 203.6 km
2h 37m
€35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 72
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
6h 5m
€49–68

Athlone to Midleton by train

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Athlone to Midleton.

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Distance: 280.4 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Midleton via Portarlington, Portlaoise, and Cork in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Jameson Distillery via Limerick Colbert and Cork Bus Stn in around 6h 5m.

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