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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Tralee is to train which costs €28 - €40 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Tralee is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Tralee?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Tralee. However, there are services departing from Athy William Street and arriving at Tralee Prince's Street via Portlaoise JFL Avenue and Limerick Arthur's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Tralee?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Tralee. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Tralee via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Athy to Tralee?

The distance between Athy and Tralee is 274 km. The road distance is 233.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Tralee without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs €28 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Athy to Tralee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Tralee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athy to Tralee train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Tralee?

The best way to get from Athy to Tralee is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs €28 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Athy to Tralee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athy to Tralee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athy to Tralee?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Tralee is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Athy to Tralee.

Where can I stay near Tralee?

There are 184+ hotels available in Tralee.

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

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

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 Portlaoise to TraleeIc
4h 50m
€28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quay735
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Tralee Prince's Street300
5h 57m
€29–42
Drive 233.3 km
1. Drive from Athy to Tralee233.3 km
2h 37m
€39–57
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Athy to Dublin Heuston
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kerry Airport (KIR)DUB - KIR
4h 57m
€43–115
Train via Kildare
1. Take the train from Portarlington to TraleeIc
5h 24m
€28–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athy to WaterfordRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Tralee Bus Station40
7h 27m
€37–54

Athy to Tralee by bus, foot, and train

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4h 50mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 274.1 km
Duration: 4h 50m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Tralee once a week. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athy William Street to Tralee Prince's Street via Saint Peter and Paul's Church, Portlaoise JFL Avenue, and Limerick Arthur's Quay in around 5h 57m.

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