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

The cheapest way to get from Newry to Athy is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newry to Athy is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Newry and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Newry station to Athy. However, there are services departing from Newry Bus Station and arriving at Athy via Connolly Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Newry to Athy?

The distance between Newry and Athy is 183 km. The road distance is 162.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Newry to Athy without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Newry to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newry to Athy bus from?

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

Train or bus from Newry to Athy?

The best way to get from Newry to Athy is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Newry to Athy bus arrive?

Newry to Athy bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Busaras Bus Station.

Can I drive from Newry to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Newry to Athy is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Newry to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 137+ hotels available in Athy.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Newry 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 Newry Bus Station to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to AthyRe / ...
3h 39m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newry to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to AthyRe / ...
4h 16m
€22–32
Drive 162.1 km
1. Drive from Newry to Athy162.1 km
2h 6m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Athy130
4h 28m
Bus via Newbridge
1. Take the bus from Dundalk Bus Station to Dublin, Airport
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Moorefield Road726
3. Take the bus from Newbridge to Barrow Quay883
6h 16m
€34–48

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 183.3 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Newry Bus Station to Athy via Newry Train Station [bus stop], Newry, Dublin Connolly, Busáras, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newry Bus Station to Athy via Dublin Busaras Bus Station and Connolly Station in around 4h 28m.

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