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

The cheapest way to get from Londonderry to Athy is to bus which costs €24 - €35 and takes 7h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Londonderry to Athy is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Londonderry and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Londonderry station to Athy. However, there are services departing from Derry Londonderry Bus Station and arriving at Barrow Quay via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Londonderry and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Londonderry to Athy. However, there are services departing from Derry-Londonderry and arriving at Athy via Belfast Great Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Londonderry to Athy?

The distance between Londonderry and Athy is 325 km. The road distance is 265.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Londonderry to Athy without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Londonderry to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Athy bus from?

Londonderry to Athy bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Derry Londonderry Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Athy train from?

Londonderry to Athy train services, operated by Translink, depart from Derry-Londonderry station.

Train or bus from Londonderry to Athy?

The best way to get from Londonderry to Athy is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus via Kildare, which costs and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Londonderry to Athy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Londonderry to Athy train arrive?

Londonderry to Athy train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Londonderry to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Londonderry to Athy is 265 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Londonderry to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 136+ hotels available in Athy.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Londonderry 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 Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus X4 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athytrain Re / ...
6h 25m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derry Foyleside to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2. Take the bus from Wellington Quay to Athybus 130
7h 27m
€24–31
Train
1. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athytrain Re / ...
6h 57m
€41–59
Drive 265.4 km
1. Drive from Londonderry to Athycar 265.4 km
3h 47m
€47–68
Bus via Kildare
1. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus X4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Kildarebus 726
7h 27m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Londonderry to Athy.

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Distance: 324.9 km
Duration: 6h 25m

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

You can take a train from Derry-Londonderry to Athy via Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Barrow Quay via Dublin Airport T2, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Kildare in around 7h 27m.

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