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 €15 - €25 and takes 4h 29m.

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 Frs Walk via Portlaoise JFL Ave and Limerick Arthurs Qy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

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 27m.

How far is it from Athy to County Clare?

The distance between Athy and County Clare is 220 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 train which takes 4h 27m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m 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 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 train which takes 4h 27m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €25 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Athy to County Clare bus arrive?

Athy to County Clare bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Limerick Arthurs Qy 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 119+ hotels available in County Clare.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Athy to County Clare by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
2. Take the train from Limerick to Ennistrain Ic / ...
4h 27m
€21–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 735
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Ennis Frs Walkbus 300
4h 29m
€15–24
Drive 163.9 km
1. Drive from Athy to County Clarecar 163.9 km
2h
€29–41
Train via Athenry
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Athenry to Ennistrain Ic
4h 51m
€23–35
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Ennis Frs Walkbus 300
5h 22m
€26–39

Athy to County Clare by train

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Distance: 220.2 km
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Athy to Ennis via Kildare and Limerick in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athy William Street to Ennis Frs Walk via St Peter and P's Ch, Portlaoise JFL Ave, and Limerick Arthurs Qy in around 4h 29m.

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