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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Athy is to bus which costs €10 - €17 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Athy is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Athy. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthurs Qy and arriving at Mulgrave Street via St Peter and P's Ch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Athy. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Athy via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Limerick to Athy?

The distance between Limerick and Athy is 181 km. The road distance is 134.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Athy without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs €17 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Limerick to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Athy bus from?

Limerick to Athy bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Athy?

The best way to get from Limerick to Athy is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs €17 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €17 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Limerick to Athy bus arrive?

Limerick to Athy bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where does the Limerick to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Athy is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Limerick to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 143+ hotels available in Athy.

Limerick to Athy - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Limerick 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
best
1. Take the train from Limerick to Kildaretrain Re / ...
3h 1m
€17–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
3h 31m
€11–16
Drive 134.4 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Athycar 134.4 km
1h 28m
€24–34

Limerick to Athy by train

18Weekly Trains

3h 1mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.9 km
Duration: 3h 1m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Limerick to Kildare 3 times a day. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Portlaoise JFL Ave 4 times a day. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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