What is the cheapest way to get from Athy to Limerick Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Limerick Junction is to train which costs €15 - €24 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athy to Limerick Junction?

The fastest way to get from Athy to Limerick Junction is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Limerick Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Mulgrave Street and arriving at Limerick Junction via Tyndall College and Waterford Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Limerick Junction?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Limerick Junction via Kildare and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Athy to Limerick Junction?

The distance between Athy and Limerick Junction is 147 km. The road distance is 114.2 km.

How do I travel from Athy to Limerick Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Athy to Limerick Junction without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €15 - €24.

How long does it take to get from Athy to Limerick Junction?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Athy to Limerick Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Limerick Junction bus from?

Athy to Limerick Junction bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Tyndall College station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Limerick Junction train from?

Athy to Limerick Junction train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athy station.

Train or bus from Athy to Limerick Junction?

The best way to get from Athy to Limerick Junction is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €15 - €24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €50 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Athy to Limerick Junction bus arrive?

Athy to Limerick Junction bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where does the Athy to Limerick Junction train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athy to Limerick Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Limerick Junction is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Athy to Limerick Junction.

Where can I stay near Limerick Junction?

There are 102+ hotels available in Limerick Junction.

Athy to Limerick Junction - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Athy to Limerick Junction 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
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1. Take the train from Athy to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2h 33m
€15–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tyndall College to Waterford Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Limerick Junctionbus 55
4h 49m
€25–50
Drive 114.2 km
1. Drive from Athy to Limerick Junctioncar 114.2 km
1h 34m
€20–29

Athy to Limerick Junction by train

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Map of how to get from Athy to Limerick Junction.

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Distance: 147.3 km
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Athy, Ireland and Limerick Junction, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athy to Limerick Junction via Kildare and Portlaoise in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mulgrave Street to Limerick Junction via Tyndall College and Waterford Bus Stn in around 4h 49m.

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