What is the cheapest way to get from Killorglin to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Killorglin to Athlone is to train which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Killorglin to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from Killorglin to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Killorglin and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Killorglin to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Killorglin and arriving at Athlone Station via Killarney Rock Rd and Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Killorglin to Athlone?

The distance between Killorglin and Athlone is 315 km. The road distance is 227.2 km.

How do I travel from Killorglin to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from Killorglin to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs €30 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Killorglin to Athlone?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Killorglin to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Killorglin to Athlone bus from?

Killorglin to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Killarney Rock Rd station.

Train or bus from Killorglin to Athlone?

The best way to get from Killorglin to Athlone is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Killorglin to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Killorglin to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Killorglin to Athlone is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Killorglin to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 69+ hotels available in Athlone.

Killorglin to Athlone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Killorglin to Athlone 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 Killarney to PortarlingtonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to AthloneIc / ...
5h 40m
€31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Killarney Rock Rd to Limerick Bus Station14
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Athlone Station72
6h 48m
€34–50
Drive 227.2 km
1. Drive from Killorglin to Athlone227.2 km
2h 55m
€39–56
Bus via Tralee Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Tralee Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Station13
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Kilmartin CentreUl06
7h 46m
€35–55

Killorglin to Athlone by bus and train

1Weekly Services

5h 40mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 315 km
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Killorglin, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Killorglin to Athlone via Killarney Bus Station, Killarney, and Portarlington in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Killorglin to Athlone Station via Rock Road, Killarney Rock Rd, and Limerick Colbert Station in around 6h 48m.

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