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

The cheapest way to get from Knock to Athy is to train which costs €29 - €45 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Knock to Athy is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Knock and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Knock to Athy. However, there are services departing from Knock and arriving at Athy via Galway Coach Stn and Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Knock to Athy?

The distance between Knock and Athy is 215 km. The road distance is 178.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Knock to Athy without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 23m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Knock to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Knock to Athy bus from?

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

Train or bus from Knock to Athy?

The best way to get from Knock to Athy is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Knock to Athy bus arrive?

Knock to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Galway Ceannt station.

Can I drive from Knock to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Knock to Athy is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Knock to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 142+ hotels available in Athy.

Knock to Athy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Knock to Athy by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Knock to Athlone Stnbus 440
2. Take the train from Athlone to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
4h 23m
€32–44
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Claremorris to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
4h 36m
€29–44
Drive 178.7 km
1. Drive from Knock to Athycar 178.7 km
2h 33m
€31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Knock to Galway Ceanntbus 64
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Parkgate Stbus 761 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Athybus 130
6h 26m
€37–50

Knock to Athy by bus and train

26Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 214.6 km
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Knock, IE-MO, Ireland and Athy, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Claremorris to Portarlington hourly. Tickets cost €13–20 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Knock to Athy via Galway Ceannt, Galway Coach Stn, Parkgate St, and Heuston Station in around 6h 26m.

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