What is the cheapest way to get from Athy to Carrickmacross?

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Carrickmacross is to bus which costs €9 - €13 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athy to Carrickmacross?

The fastest way to get from Athy to Carrickmacross is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Carrickmacross?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Carrickmacross. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Carrickmacross via Abbey Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Athy to Carrickmacross?

The distance between Athy and Carrickmacross is 160 km. The road distance is 136.4 km.

How do I travel from Athy to Carrickmacross without a car?

The best way to get from Athy to Carrickmacross without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 30m and costs €15 - €22.

How long does it take to get from Athy to Carrickmacross?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Athy to Carrickmacross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Carrickmacross bus from?

Athy to Carrickmacross bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, depart from Athy station.

Train or bus from Athy to Carrickmacross?

The best way to get from Athy to Carrickmacross is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €13 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Athy to Carrickmacross bus arrive?

Athy to Carrickmacross bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, arrive at South Townsend Street station.

Can I drive from Athy to Carrickmacross?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Carrickmacross is 136 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Athy to Carrickmacross.

Where can I stay near Carrickmacross?

There are 94+ hotels available in Carrickmacross.

Athy to Carrickmacross - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Athy to Carrickmacross 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 Athy to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Carrickmacross980 / ...
3h 30m
€15–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athy to South Townsend Street130
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Carrickmacross980 / ...
4h 23m
€9–12
Train
1. Take the train from Athy to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalk1 Dn->Gc
4h 25m
€25–38
Drive 136.4 km
1. Drive from Athy to Carrickmacross136.4 km
2h 3m
€23–34
Bus via Newbridge
1. Take the bus from Barrow Quay to Newbridge883
2. Take the bus from Moorefield Crescent to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport to Carrickmacross South Bypass32
4h 52m
€30–41

Athy to Carrickmacross by train, tram, and bus

79Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.9 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Athy, Ireland and Carrickmacross, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athy to Carrickmacross via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, Dublin Connolly, Dundalk, and Dundalk Clarke Station in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athy to Carrickmacross via South Townsend Street and Abbey Street in around 4h 23m.

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