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 via Limerick which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 12m.

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 and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Buttevant and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Buttevant to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Buttevant and arriving at Athlone Station via Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Buttevant to Athlone?

The distance between Buttevant and Athlone is 175 km. The road distance is 167.2 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 bus which takes 4h 13m and costs €19 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m 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.

Where does the Buttevant to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Buttevant to Athlone?

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

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 71+ 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 bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buttevant to Limerick Bus Station51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Athlone Station72
4h 13m
€20–37
Bus, train via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Buttevant to Limerick Colbert Station51
2. Take the train from Limerick to AthenryIc
3. Take the train from Athenry to AthloneIc / ...
5h 12m
€23–33
Drive 167.2 km
1. Drive from Buttevant to Athlone167.2 km
2h
€29–41
Bus via Kilmartin Centre
1. Take the bus from Buttevant to Limerick Colbert Station51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Kilmartin CentreUl06
5h 2m
€27–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buttevant to Galway Ceannt Station51
2. Take the train from Galway to AthloneIc / ...
5h 35m
€24–35

Buttevant to Athlone by bus

20Weekly Buses

4h 13mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.6 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Buttevant to Athlone Station via Limerick Colbert Station in around 4h 13m.

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