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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Kinsale is to bus which costs €25 - €40 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Kinsale is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Kinsale?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Kinsale. However, there are services departing from Mulgrave Street and arriving at Kinsale via SETU Carlow, Waterford Bus Station and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Athy to Kinsale?

The distance between Athy and Kinsale is 268 km. The road distance is 205.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Kinsale without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs €29 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Athy to Kinsale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Kinsale bus from?

Athy to Kinsale bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from SETU Carlow station.

Train or bus from Athy to Kinsale?

The best way to get from Athy to Kinsale is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs €29 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus via Waterford, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Athy to Kinsale bus arrive?

Athy to Kinsale bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athy to Kinsale?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Kinsale is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Athy to Kinsale.

Where can I stay near Kinsale?

There are 294+ hotels available in Kinsale.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Athy to Kinsale 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 Kildare to Corktrain 224
4h 34m
€29–46
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athy to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
5h 34m
€26–39
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from SETU Carlow to Waterford Bus Stationbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
5h 29m
€33–66
Drive 205.6 km
1. Drive from Athy to Kinsalecar 205.6 km
2h 26m
€35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athy to Ormonde Roadbus 897
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
6h 25m
€26–38

Athy to Kinsale by train, bus, and foot

1Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 268.4 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Cork once a week. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mulgrave Street to Kinsale via SETU Carlow, Waterford Bus Station, Cork Anderson's Quay, and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay in around 5h 29m.

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