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

The cheapest way to get from Buttevant to Athlone is to bus which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 18m.

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 station. However, there are services departing from Buttevant and arriving at Athlone Station via Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Buttevant to Athlone?

The distance between Buttevant and Athlone is 176 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 18m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m 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 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 65+ hotels available in Athlone.

Buttevant to Athlone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Buttevant to Athlone by bus, car, or train

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 Colbert Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Athlone Stationbus 72
4h 18m
€25–37
Drive 167.2 km
1. Drive from Buttevant to Athlonecar 167.2 km
2h 1m
€29–41
Bus via Kilmartin Centre
1. Take the bus from Buttevant to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Kilmartin Centrebus Ul06
5h 3m
€32–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buttevant to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 51
2. Take the train from Galway to Athlonetrain Re / ...
5h 55m
€29–41

Buttevant to Athlone by bus

20Weekly Buses

4h 18mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Buttevant to Athlone.

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Distance: 175.9 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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 18m.

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