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

The cheapest way to get from Tallow to Athlone is to train via Mallow which costs €20 - €30 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tallow to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Tallow and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Tallow to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Tallow and arriving at Athlone Stn via Dungarvan and Kilkenny Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Tallow and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Tallow to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Midleton and arriving at Athlone via Cork, Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Tallow to Athlone?

The distance between Tallow and Athlone is 307 km. The road distance is 175.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tallow to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs €65 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Tallow to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tallow to Athlone bus from?

Tallow to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Dungarvan station.

Where do I catch the Tallow to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Tallow to Athlone?

The best way to get from Tallow to Athlone is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs €65 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Tallow to Athlone bus arrive?

Tallow to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Kilkenny Stn station.

Where does the Tallow to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tallow to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Tallow to Athlone is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Tallow to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 82+ hotels available in Athlone.

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There are 5 ways to get from Tallow to Athlone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
6h 5m
€68–90
Train via Mallow
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mallow to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
6h 37m
€21–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dungarvan to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
7h 13m
€34–49
Drive 175.3 km
1. Drive from Tallow to Athlonecar 175.3 km
2h 25m
€30–44
Bus via Thurles
1. Take the bus from Dungarvan to Clonmel Stnbus 356
2. Take the bus from Gladstone Street to Thurlesbus 393 / ...
3. Take the bus from Thurles to Golden Islandbus 850
8h 47m

Tallow to Athlone by bus

13Weekly Buses

7h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 307.5 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Tallow, IE-WD, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Tallow to Athlone via Midleton, Cork, Portlaoise, and Portarlington in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tallow to Athlone Stn via Dungarvan and Kilkenny Stn in around 7h 13m.

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