What is the cheapest way to get from Limerick Junction to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Limerick Junction to Athlone is to bus which costs €15 - €22 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Limerick Junction to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from Limerick Junction to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick Junction and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick Junction to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Limerick Junction and arriving at Athlone Station via Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick Junction and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick Junction to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Limerick Junction and arriving at Athlone via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Limerick Junction to Athlone?

The distance between Limerick Junction and Athlone is 167 km. The road distance is 142.5 km.

How do I travel from Limerick Junction to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from Limerick Junction to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €16 - €26.

How long does it take to get from Limerick Junction to Athlone?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Limerick Junction to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick Junction to Athlone bus from?

Limerick Junction to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Limerick Junction station.

Where do I catch the Limerick Junction to Athlone train from?

Limerick Junction to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick Junction station.

Train or bus from Limerick Junction to Athlone?

The best way to get from Limerick Junction to Athlone is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €16 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €22 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Limerick Junction to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Limerick Junction to Athlone train arrive?

Limerick Junction to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from Limerick Junction to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick Junction to Athlone is 142 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Limerick Junction to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 65+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Limerick Junction 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 Limerick Junction to Portlaoisetrain 209 / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Re
3h 19m
€17–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thurles Station to Golden Islandbus 850
3h 55m
€15–22
Drive 142.5 km
1. Drive from Limerick Junction to Athlonecar 142.5 km
1h 46m
€24–35
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Limerick Junction to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 55
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Athlone Stationbus 72
3h 59m
€18–35

Limerick Junction to Athlone by train

70Weekly Trains

3h 19mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Limerick Junction to Athlone.

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Distance: 167.3 km
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Limerick Junction, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a train from Limerick Junction to Athlone via Portlaoise and Portarlington in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, TFI Local Link Laois Offaly operates a bus from Thurles Station to Golden Island 4 times a week. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 2h 39m.

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