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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to County Clare is to bus which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 38m.

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 €27 - €40.

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 Frs Walk via Portlaoise JFL Ave and UL Student Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

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 Ave station.

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 Ctr 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 122+ hotels available in County Clare.

Athy to County Clare - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 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 Ave to UL Student Ctrbus 735
2. Take the bus from UL Student Ctr to Ennis Frs Walkbus 300
4h 38m
€26–38
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Ennis Stationbus 51
4h 44m
€23–43
Drive 163.9 km
1. Drive from Athy to County Clarecar 163.9 km
2h
€28–40

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: 175.8 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 Frs Walk via St Peter and P's Ch, Portlaoise JFL Ave, and UL Student Ctr in around 4h 38m.

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