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

The cheapest way to get from Farranfore to Athy is to train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Farranfore to Athy is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Farranfore and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Farranfore to Athy. However, there are services departing from Farranfore Aherns Pharmacy and arriving at Athy via Waterford Bus Station and Carlow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Farranfore and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Farranfore to Athy. However, there are services departing from Farranfore and arriving at Athy via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Farranfore to Athy?

The distance between Farranfore and Athy is 290 km. The road distance is 226.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Farranfore to Athy without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Farranfore to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Farranfore to Athy bus from?

Farranfore to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Farranfore Aherns Pharmacy station.

Where do I catch the Farranfore to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Farranfore to Athy?

The best way to get from Farranfore to Athy is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Farranfore to Athy bus arrive?

Farranfore to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Waterford Bus Station.

Where does the Farranfore to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Farranfore to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Farranfore to Athy is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Farranfore to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 137+ hotels available in Athy.

Farranfore to Athy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Farranfore to Athy 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 Farranfore to KildareIc
4h 19m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Farranfore Aherns Pharmacy to Waterford Bus Station40
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Carlow Bus Station736 / ...
7h 24m
€35–49
Drive 226.1 km
1. Drive from Farranfore to Athy226.1 km
2h 35m
€39–56
Fly, train
1. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)KIR - DUB
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athy
4h 21m
€49–120
Bus via Cork
1. Take the bus from Farranfore Aherns Pharmacy to Cork Bus Station Parnell Place40
2. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Ormonde Road600
3. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Athy897
8h 15m

Farranfore to Athy by train

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.8 km
Duration: 4h 19m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Farranfore to Kildare once a week. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Farranfore Aherns Pharmacy to Athy via Waterford Bus Station and Carlow Bus Station in around 7h 24m.

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