What is the cheapest way to get from Kildare (Station) to Athy?

The cheapest way to get from Kildare (Station) to Athy is to train which costs €3 - €5 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kildare (Station) to Athy?

The fastest way to get from Kildare (Station) to Athy is to train which takes 17 min and costs €3 - €5.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare (Station) and Athy?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kildare and arriving at Barrow Quay. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Kildare (Station) and Athy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kildare and arriving at Athy. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Kildare (Station) to Athy?

The distance between Kildare (Station) and Athy is 24 km. The road distance is 22.1 km.

How do I travel from Kildare (Station) to Athy without a car?

The best way to get from Kildare (Station) to Athy without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs €3 - €5.

How long does it take to get from Kildare (Station) to Athy?

The train from Kildare to Athy takes 17 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kildare (Station) to Athy bus from?

Kildare (Station) to Athy bus services, operated by local link, depart from Kildare station.

Where do I catch the Kildare (Station) to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare (Station) to Athy?

The best way to get from Kildare (Station) to Athy is to train which takes 17 min and costs €3 - €5. Alternatively, you can bus via Kildare, which costs €4 - €6 and takes 38 min.

Where does the Kildare (Station) to Athy bus arrive?

Kildare (Station) to Athy bus services, operated by local link, arrive at Barrow Quay station.

Where does the Kildare (Station) to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kildare (Station) to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare (Station) to Athy is 22 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Kildare (Station) to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 140+ hotels available in Athy.

Kildare (Station) to Athy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kildare (Station) to Athy by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Kildare (Station) to Athy by train

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Distance: 23.7 km
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Kildare (Station), Ireland and Athy, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Athy every 4 hours. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, local link operates a bus from Kildare to Barrow Quay 4 times a day. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 30 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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