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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick Junction to Athy is to train which costs €14 - €21 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick Junction to Athy is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick Junction and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick Junction to Athy. However, there are services departing from Limerick Junction and arriving at Athy via Waterford Bus Station and Carlow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick Junction and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick Junction to Athy. However, there are services departing from Limerick Junction and arriving at Athy via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Limerick Junction to Athy?

The distance between Limerick Junction and Athy is 114 km. The road distance is 114.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick Junction to Athy without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 30m and costs €15 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Limerick Junction to Athy, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Limerick Junction to Athy?

The best way to get from Limerick Junction to Athy is to bus which takes 4h 51m and costs €19 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €21 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Limerick Junction to Athy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Limerick Junction to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick Junction to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick Junction to Athy is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Limerick Junction to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 137+ hotels available in Athy.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Limerick Junction to Athy 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to PortlaoiseIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Saint Peter and Paul's Church to Mulgrave StreetIw06
2h 30m
€16–22
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to KildareIc
2h 35m
€14–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Junction to Waterford Bus Station55
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Carlow Bus Station736 / ...
4h 51m
€20–36
Drive 114.5 km
1. Drive from Limerick Junction to Athy114.5 km
1h 34m
€20–28

Limerick Junction to Athy by train, foot, and bus

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2h 30mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.2 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Limerick Junction to Athy via Waterford Bus Station and Carlow Bus Station in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Limerick Junction to Kildare once daily. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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