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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Mallow is to train which costs €19 - €28 and takes 2h 56m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Mallow?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Mallow. However, there are services departing from Athy William Street and arriving at Mallow via Portlaoise JFL Avenue and Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Mallow?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Mallow. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Mallow via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Athy to Mallow?

The distance between Athy and Mallow is 208 km. The road distance is 166.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Mallow without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €19 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Athy to Mallow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Mallow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athy to Mallow train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Mallow?

The best way to get from Athy to Mallow is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €19 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Athy to Mallow bus arrive?

Athy to Mallow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Where does the Athy to Mallow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athy to Mallow?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Mallow is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Athy to Mallow.

Where can I stay near Mallow?

There are 35+ hotels available in Mallow.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Athy to Mallow 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 Mallowtrain 224
2h 56m
€19–28
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 735
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Mallowbus 51
5h 25m
€32–46
Drive 166.3 km
1. Drive from Athy to Mallowcar 166.3 km
2h
€29–41
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 32m
€27–44

Athy to Mallow by train

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2h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.6 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Mallow once a week. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athy William Street to Mallow via Saint Peter and Paul's Church, Portlaoise JFL Avenue, Limerick Arthur's Quay, and Limerick Colbert Station in around 5h 25m.

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