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

The cheapest way to get from Templemore to Athlone is to bus which costs €10 - €14 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Templemore to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Templemore and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Templemore and arriving at Golden Island. Services depart four times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Templemore and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Templemore to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Templemore and arriving at Athlone via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Templemore to Athlone?

The distance between Templemore and Athlone is 106 km. The road distance is 80.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Templemore to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 2h 17m and costs €10 - €14.

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

The bus from Templemore to Golden Island takes 2h 17m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Templemore to Athlone bus from?

Templemore to Athlone bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, depart from Templemore station.

Where do I catch the Templemore to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Templemore to Athlone?

The best way to get from Templemore to Athlone is to bus which takes 2h 17m and costs €10 - €14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €12 - €18 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Templemore to Athlone bus arrive?

Templemore to Athlone bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Golden Island station.

Where does the Templemore to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Templemore to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Templemore to Athlone is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Templemore to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 68+ hotels available in Athlone.

Templemore to Athlone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Templemore to Athlone 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Templemore to Golden Islandbus 850
2h 17m
€10–14
Train
1. Take the train from Templemore to Portarlingtontrain 203 / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Re / ...
2h 26m
€12–18
Drive 80.7 km
1. Drive from Templemore to Athlonecar 80.7 km
1h 7m
€14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Templemore to Athlonetaxi 80.7 km
1h 7m
€110–140

Templemore to Athlone by bus

4Weekly Buses

2h 17mAverage Duration

€10Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Templemore to Athlone.

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Distance: 105.8 km
Duration: 2h 17m

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

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly operates a bus from Templemore to Golden Island 4 times a week. Tickets cost €10–14 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Templemore to Athlone via Portarlington in around 2h 26m.

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