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

The cheapest way to get from Swords to Athy is to line 41 bus and bus which costs €6 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swords to Athy is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Swords and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Swords to Athy. However, there are services departing from Swords Castle and arriving at Athy via George's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Swords to Athy?

The distance between Swords and Athy is 93 km. The road distance is 84.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Swords to Athy without a car is to line 500 bus and train which takes 2h 28m and costs €12 - €17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Swords to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swords to Athy bus from?

Swords to Athy bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Swords Castle station.

Where does the Swords to Athy bus arrive?

Swords to Athy bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Abbey Street Lower station.

Can I drive from Swords to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Swords to Athy is 84 km. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Swords to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 137+ hotels available in Athy.

Swords to Athy - 5 ways to travel via train, line 500 bus, line 41 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Swords to Athy by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 500 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Swords Pavilions to Eden Quay500 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to AthyRe / ...
2h 28m
€12–16
Line 41 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swords Castle to Abbey Street Lower33 / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Athy130
3h 50m
€6
Drive 84.2 km
1. Drive from Swords to Athy84.2 km
1h 4m
€15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swords to Athy84.2 km
1h 4m
€120–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Kildare726
2. Take the bus from Kildare to Barrow Quay883
3h 50m
€15–22

Swords to Athy by bus, tram, and train

66Weekly Services

2h 28mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 93.2 km
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Swords Castle to Athy via Abbey Street Lower and George's Quay in around 3h 50m.

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