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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Midleton is to train and bus which costs €21 - €40 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Midleton is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Midleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Midleton. However, there are services departing from Mulgrave Street and arriving at Jameson Distillery via Carlow Bus Station and Waterford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Midleton?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Midleton. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Midleton via Kildare and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Athy to Midleton?

The distance between Athy and Midleton is 211 km. The road distance is 175.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Midleton without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 1m and costs €21 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Athy to Midleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Midleton bus from?

Athy to Midleton bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Carlow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Midleton train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Midleton?

The best way to get from Athy to Midleton is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs €24 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €50 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Athy to Midleton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athy to Midleton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athy to Midleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Midleton is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Athy to Midleton.

Where can I stay near Midleton?

There are 262+ hotels available in Midleton.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Athy to Midleton 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Athy to WaterfordRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Jameson Distillery40
4h 1m
€21–37
Train
1. Take the train from Kildare to CorkIc
4h 17m
€24–37
Drive 175.8 km
1. Drive from Athy to Midleton175.8 km
2h 13m
€30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Station736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Jameson Distillery40
4h 17m
€27–47
Train, bus via Waterford
1. Take the train from Athy to WaterfordRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford College of Further Education to Midleton40
4h 40m
€29–50

Athy to Midleton by train, foot, and bus

54Weekly Services

4h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 211.2 km
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Athy, Ireland and Midleton, 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 Jameson Distillery via Carlow Bus Station and Waterford Bus Station in around 4h 17m.

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