What is the cheapest way to get from Athy to County Clare?

The cheapest way to get from Athy to County Clare is to train which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athy to County Clare?

The fastest way to get from Athy to County Clare is to drive which takes 2h and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and County Clare?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to County Clare. However, there are services departing from Athy William Street and arriving at Ennis Friars Walk via Portlaoise JFL Avenue and UL Student Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and County Clare?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to County Clare. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Ennis via Kildare and Limerick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Athy to County Clare?

The distance between Athy and County Clare is 176 km. The road distance is 163.9 km.

How do I travel from Athy to County Clare without a car?

The best way to get from Athy to County Clare without a car is to bus which takes 4h 38m and costs €26 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Athy to County Clare?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Athy to County Clare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to County Clare bus from?

Athy to County Clare bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Athy to County Clare train from?

Athy to County Clare train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kildare station.

Train or bus from Athy to County Clare?

The best way to get from Athy to County Clare is to bus which takes 4h 38m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Athy to County Clare bus arrive?

Athy to County Clare bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at UL Student Centre station.

Where does the Athy to County Clare train arrive?

Athy to County Clare train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick station.

Can I drive from Athy to County Clare?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to County Clare is 164 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Athy to County Clare.

Where can I stay near County Clare?

There are 109+ hotels available in County Clare.

Athy to County Clare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Athy to County Clare by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to UL Student Centrebus 735
2. Take the bus from UL Student Centre to Ennis Friars Walkbus 300
4h 38m
€26–38
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
2. Take the train from Limerick to Ennistrain Ic / ...
4h 46m
€21–32
Drive 163.9 km
1. Drive from Athy to County Clarecar 163.9 km
2h
€29–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athy to Waterfordtrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 55
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Ennis Stationbus 51
6h 49m
€35–58

Athy to County Clare by bus and foot

1Weekly Services

4h 38mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Athy to County Clare.

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Distance: 176.3 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Athy, Ireland and County Clare, IE-CE, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Athy William Street to Ennis Friars Walk via Saint Peter and Paul's Church, Portlaoise JFL Avenue, and UL Student Centre in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athy to Ennis via Kildare and Limerick in around 4h 46m.

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