What is the cheapest way to get from County Kerry to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from County Kerry to Athlone is to train which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Kerry to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from County Kerry to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between County Kerry and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from County Kerry to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine and arriving at Athlone Station via Tralee Bus Station and Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from County Kerry to Athlone?

The distance between County Kerry and Athlone is 344 km. The road distance is 222.2 km.

How do I travel from County Kerry to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from County Kerry to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs €30 - €55.

How long does it take to get from County Kerry to Athlone?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from County Kerry to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Kerry to Athlone bus from?

County Kerry to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Tralee Bus Station.

Train or bus from County Kerry to Athlone?

The best way to get from County Kerry to Athlone is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the County Kerry to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from County Kerry to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between County Kerry to Athlone is 222 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from County Kerry to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 65+ hotels available in Athlone.

County Kerry to Athlone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from County Kerry to Athlone by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Tralee to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Re / ...
6h 8m
€33–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tralee Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 13
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Athlone Stationbus 72
6h 50m
€34–50
Drive 222.2 km
1. Drive from County Kerry to Athlonecar 222.2 km
2h 53m
€37–53
Fly, train
1. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain
4h 4m
€72–146
Bus via Abbeyfeale
1. Take the bus from Tralee Bus Station to Abbeyfealebus 13
2. Take the bus from Abbeyfeale to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 300
3. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Kilmartin Centrebus
8h 6m
€45–67

County Kerry to Athlone by bus and train

1Weekly Services

6h 8mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from County Kerry to Athlone.

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Distance: 343.6 km
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between County Kerry, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Castlemaine to Athlone via Tralee Bus Station, Tralee, and Portarlington in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlemaine to Athlone Station via Tralee Bus Station and Limerick Colbert Station in around 6h 50m.

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