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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Schull is to train and bus via Kilkenny which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Schull is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Schull?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Schull. However, there are services departing from Mulgrave Street and arriving at Schull via Carlow Bus Station, Waterford Bus Station and Cork Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Athy to Schull?

The distance between Athy and Schull is 362 km. The road distance is 282.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Schull without a car is to bus via Waterford which takes 7h 39m and costs €35 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Athy to Schull, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Schull bus from?

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

Where does the Athy to Schull bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athy to Schull?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Schull is 282 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Athy to Schull.

Where can I stay near Schull?

There are 291+ hotels available in Schull.

Athy to Schull - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Athy to Schull by train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Killarneytrain Ic
2. Drive from Killarney to Schullcar
6h 8m
€41–60
Train, bus via Kilkenny
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athy to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
3. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Schullbus 237
7h 47m
€32–46
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 736
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
3. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Schullbus 237
7h 39m
€39–73
Drive 282.1 km
1. Drive from Athy to Schullcar 282.1 km
3h 26m
€48–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain 208 / ...
2. Take the bus from University Hospital to Schullbus 237
7h 38m
€37–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athy to Ormonde Roadbus 897
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
3. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Schullbus 237
8h 38m

Athy to Schull by bus

6Weekly Buses

7h 39mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 362.2 km
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Mulgrave Street to Schull via Carlow Bus Station, Waterford Bus Station, Cork Anderson's Quay, and Cork Bus Station in around 7h 39m.

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