What is the cheapest way to get from Midleton to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Midleton to Athlone is to train and bus which costs €25 - €40 and takes 6h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Midleton to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from Midleton to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Midleton and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Midleton to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Jameson Distillery and arriving at Athlone Station via Cork Bus Station and Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Midleton and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Midleton to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Midleton and arriving at Athlone via Cork and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Midleton to Athlone?

The distance between Midleton and Athlone is 280 km. The road distance is 202.5 km.

How do I travel from Midleton to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from Midleton to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs €26 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Midleton to Athlone?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Midleton to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Midleton to Athlone bus from?

Midleton to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Cork Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Midleton to Athlone train from?

Midleton to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.

Train or bus from Midleton to Athlone?

The best way to get from Midleton to Athlone is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Midleton to Athlone bus arrive?

Midleton to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Limerick Colbert Station.

Where does the Midleton to Athlone train arrive?

Midleton to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Midleton to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Midleton to Athlone is 202 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Midleton to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 71+ hotels available in Athlone.

Midleton to Athlone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Midleton to Athlone 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 Cork to PortarlingtonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to AthloneIc / ...
5h 4m
€26–38
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cork to ThurlesIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Thurles Station to Golden Island850
6h 19m
€25–36
Drive 202.5 km
1. Drive from Midleton to Athlone202.5 km
2h 35m
€35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Station51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Athlone Station72
6h 33m
€28–42
Bus via Galway
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station Parnell Place to Galway, Bus Station51
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Arcadia763
8h 24m
€42–60

Midleton to Athlone by train

5Weekly Trains

5h 4mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280.4 km
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Midleton, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a train from Midleton to Athlone via Cork and Portarlington in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jameson Distillery to Athlone Station via Cork Bus Station and Limerick Colbert Station in around 6h 33m.

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