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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Portmagee is to train and bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Portmagee is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Portmagee?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Portmagee. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Portmagee via Limerick Colbert Station, Killarney Bus Station and Cahersiveen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Athlone to Portmagee?

The distance between Athlone and Portmagee is 372 km. The road distance is 284 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Portmagee without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 9m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 8h 9m to get from Athlone to Portmagee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Portmagee bus from?

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

Where does the Athlone to Portmagee bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Portmagee?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Portmagee is 284 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Athlone to Portmagee.

Where can I stay near Portmagee?

There are 357+ hotels available in Portmagee.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to Portmagee 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Killarneytrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Killarney Bus Station to Cahersiveenbus 280
8h 9m
€32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 72
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Killarney Bus Stationbus 14
3. Take the bus from Killarney Bus Station to Cahersiveenbus 280
9h 12m
€36–51
Drive 284 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Portmageecar 284 km
3h 42m
€49–70
Bus via Tralee
1. Take the bus from TUS North Gate to O'Connell Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Tralee Bus Stationbus 13
3. Take the bus from Tralee Bus Station to Cahersiveenbus
10h 23m
€39–64

Athlone to Portmagee by train and bus

1Weekly Services

8h 9mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Athlone to Portmagee.

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Distance: 371.8 km
Duration: 8h 9m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Portmagee, IE-KY, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Athlone Station to Portmagee via Limerick Colbert Station, Killarney Bus Station, and Cahersiveen in around 9h 12m.

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