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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Tallow is to train via Mallow which costs €20 - €30 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Tallow is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Tallow?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Tallow. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Tallow via Kilkenny Stn and Dungarvan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Athlone to Tallow?

The distance between Athlone and Tallow is 307 km. The road distance is 176 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Tallow without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs €65 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Athlone to Tallow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Tallow bus from?

Athlone to Tallow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Stn station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Tallow?

The best way to get from Athlone to Tallow is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs €65 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Athlone to Tallow bus arrive?

Athlone to Tallow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Kilkenny Stn station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Tallow?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Tallow is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Athlone to Tallow.

Where can I stay near Tallow?

There are 102+ hotels available in Tallow.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Athlone to Tallow 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 55m
€67–91
Train via Mallow
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Mallowtrain Ic
6h 57m
€20–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Kilkenny Stnbus 73
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Dungarvanbus 600
6h 48m
€26–37
Drive 176 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Tallowcar 176 km
2h 27m
€30–43
Bus via Thurles
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Thurlesbus 850
2. Take the bus from Thurles to Gladstone Streetbus 393 / ...
3. Take the bus from Clonmel Stn to Dungarvanbus 356
8h 30m

Athlone to Tallow by bus

13Weekly Buses

6h 48mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Athlone to Tallow.

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Distance: 307.4 km
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Tallow, IE-WD, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athlone to Tallow via Portarlington, Portlaoise, Cork, and Midleton in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Tallow via Kilkenny Stn and Dungarvan in around 6h 48m.

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