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

The cheapest way to get from Lisburn to Athy is to train which costs €27 - €45 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lisburn to Athy is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Lisburn and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Lisburn to Athy. However, there are services departing from Sprucefield Shopping Centre and arriving at Barrow Quay via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Lisburn and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Lisburn to Athy. However, there are services departing from Hilden and arriving at Athy via Portadown, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Lisburn to Athy?

The distance between Lisburn and Athy is 244 km. The road distance is 210 km.

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

The best way to get from Lisburn to Athy without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs €27 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Lisburn to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lisburn to Athy bus from?

Lisburn to Athy bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Sprucefield Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Lisburn to Athy train from?

Lisburn to Athy train services, operated by Translink, depart from Portadown station.

Train or bus from Lisburn to Athy?

The best way to get from Lisburn to Athy is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs €27 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Kildare, which costs and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Lisburn to Athy bus arrive?

Lisburn to Athy bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Lisburn to Athy train arrive?

Lisburn to Athy train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Lisburn to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Lisburn to Athy is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Lisburn to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 138+ hotels available in Athy.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lisburn 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 Portadown to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to AthyRe / ...
5h 10m
€28–41
Bus via Kildare
1. Take the bus from Sprucefield Shopping Centre to Dublin Airport T2X1
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Kildare726
5h 27m
Drive 210 km
1. Drive from Lisburn to Athy210 km
2h 36m
€37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Burgh Quay785
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Athy130
6h 21m

Lisburn to Athy by train and tram

66Weekly Services

5h 10mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 243.8 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Lisburn, Northern Ireland and Athy, Ireland?

You can take a train from Hilden to Athy via Portadown, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sprucefield Shopping Centre to Barrow Quay via Dublin Airport T2, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Kildare in around 5h 27m.

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