What is the cheapest way to get from Buttevant to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Buttevant to Athlone is to bus and train which costs €28 - €40 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buttevant to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from Buttevant to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Buttevant and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Buttevant to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Buttevant and arriving at Athlone Stn via Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Buttevant to Athlone?

The distance between Buttevant and Athlone is 241 km. The road distance is 167.1 km.

How do I travel from Buttevant to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from Buttevant to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €40 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Buttevant to Athlone?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Buttevant to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buttevant to Athlone bus from?

Buttevant to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Buttevant station.

Train or bus from Buttevant to Athlone?

The best way to get from Buttevant to Athlone is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Buttevant to Athlone bus arrive?

Buttevant to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Can I drive from Buttevant to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Buttevant to Athlone is 167 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Buttevant to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 79+ hotels available in Athlone.

Buttevant to Athlone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Buttevant to Athlone 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 Mallow to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 5m
€40–59
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buttevant to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the train from Limerick to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Athenry to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 21m
€28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buttevant to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Athlone Stnbus 72
4h 18m
€34–48
Drive 167.1 km
1. Drive from Buttevant to Athlonecar 167.1 km
2h 1m
€29–42
Bus via Oranmore
1. Take the bus from Buttevant to Oranmore Northbus 51
2. Take the bus from Oranmore North to Arcadiabus 763
5h 35m
€33–46

Buttevant to Athlone by bus and train

130Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Buttevant to Athlone.

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Distance: 240.9 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Buttevant, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Buttevant to Athlone via Mallow, Mallow Station, Mallow, Portlaoise, and Portarlington in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buttevant to Athlone Stn via Limerick Colbert in around 4h 18m.

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