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

The cheapest way to get from Cobh to Athy is to bus and train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cobh to Athy is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cobh and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Cobh to Athy. However, there are services departing from Spy Hill and arriving at Athy William Street via Cork Andersn's Quay, SETU Cork Road and SETU Carlow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Cobh and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Cobh to Athy. However, there are services departing from Cobh and arriving at Athy via Cork, Portlaoise and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Cobh to Athy?

The distance between Cobh and Athy is 259 km. The road distance is 186.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cobh to Athy without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Cobh to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Athy bus from?

Cobh to Athy bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Cobh to Athy?

The best way to get from Cobh to Athy is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Cobh to Athy bus arrive?

Cobh to Athy bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at SETU Cork Road station.

Where does the Cobh to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cobh to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Cobh to Athy is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Cobh to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 143+ hotels available in Athy.

Cobh to Athy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cobh to Athy 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 Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
3h 57m
€26–38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to SETU Cork Roadbus 600
2. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to SETU Carlowbus 736 / ...
6h 6m
€20–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
2. Take the train from Kilkenny to Athytrain Re
5h 31m
€22–31
Drive 186.1 km
1. Drive from Cobh to Athycar 186.1 km
2h 21m
€32–47

Cobh to Athy by train

162Weekly Trains

3h 57mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.1 km
Duration: 3h 57m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Portlaoise hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Spy Hill to Athy William Street via Cork Patrick's Quay, Cork Andersn's Quay, SETU Cork Road, and SETU Carlow in around 6h 6m.

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