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

The cheapest way to get from Cobh to Athy is to bus which costs €20 - €29 and takes 6h 59m.

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 via Cork Bus Stn and Waterford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

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 5h 22m.

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 5h 22m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m 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 Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Stn 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 5h 22m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Waterford, which costs and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Cobh to Athy bus arrive?

Cobh to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Waterford Bus Stn 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 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 217 / ...
5h 22m
€26–38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Ormonde Roadbus 600
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Athybus 897
6h 59m
€20–29
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Waterford Bus Stnbus 40
2. Take the bus from Waterford to Athybus 517
5h 55m
Drive 186.1 km
1. Drive from Cobh to Athycar 186.1 km
2h 21m
€32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
2. Take the train from Kilkenny to Athytrain Re
6h
€21–30

Cobh to Athy by train

59Weekly Trains

5h 22mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.1 km
Duration: 5h 22m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Portlaoise every 3 hours. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Spy Hill to Athy via Cork Patrick's Quay, Cork Bus Stn, Waterford Bus Stn, and Waterford in around 5h 55m.

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