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

The cheapest way to get from Listowel to Athy is to bus and train which costs €26 - €50 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Listowel to Athy is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Listowel and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Listowel to Athy. However, there are services departing from Listowel and arriving at Mulgrave Street via Crescent Shopping Centre, UL Student Centre and Saint Peter and Paul's Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Listowel to Athy?

The distance between Listowel and Athy is 260 km. The road distance is 203.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Listowel to Athy without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 36m and costs €26 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Listowel to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Listowel to Athy bus from?

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

Train or bus from Listowel to Athy?

The best way to get from Listowel to Athy is to bus which takes 6h 31m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Listowel to Athy bus arrive?

Listowel to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Crescent Shopping Centre station.

Can I drive from Listowel to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Listowel to Athy is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Listowel to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 138+ hotels available in Athy.

Listowel to Athy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Listowel 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 Listowel to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 13
2. Take the train from Limerick to Kildaretrain Re / ...
5h 36m
€27–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Listowel to Crescent Shopping Centrebus 13
2. Take the bus from UL Student Centre to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 735
6h 31m
€31–52
Drive 203.4 km
1. Drive from Listowel to Athycar 203.4 km
2h 23m
€34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Tralee to Kildaretrain Ic
6h 17m
€32–55
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Newcastle West to Red Cow Luasbus 300
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kildarebus 726
7h 49m
€42–60

Listowel to Athy by bus and train

18Weekly Services

5h 36mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.9 km
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Listowel to Mulgrave Street via Crescent Shopping Centre, UL Student Centre, Portlaoise JFL Avenue, and Saint Peter and Paul's Church in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Tralee to Kildare once a week. Tickets cost €24–35 and the journey takes 3h 19m.

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