What is the cheapest way to get from Thurles to Athenry?

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Athenry is to train which costs €15 - €23 and takes 3h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thurles to Athenry?

The fastest way to get from Thurles to Athenry is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct train between Thurles and Athenry?

No, there is no direct train from Thurles to Athenry. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Athenry via Limerick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Thurles to Athenry?

The distance between Thurles and Athenry is 163 km. The road distance is 114.6 km.

How do I travel from Thurles to Athenry without a car?

The best way to get from Thurles to Athenry without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €15 - €23.

How long does it take to get from Thurles to Athenry?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Thurles to Athenry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Athenry train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurles to Athenry?

The best way to get from Thurles to Athenry is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €15 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Thurles to Athenry train arrive?

Thurles to Athenry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick station.

Can I drive from Thurles to Athenry?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurles to Athenry is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Thurles to Athenry.

Where can I stay near Athenry?

There are 488+ hotels available in Athenry.

Thurles to Athenry - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Thurles to Athenry 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 Thurles to LimerickIc / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick to AthenryIc
3h 19m
€16–22
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thurles to Athlone Station850
2. Take the train from Athlone to AthenryIc / ...
4h 19m
€17–24
Drive 114.6 km
1. Drive from Thurles to Athenry114.6 km
1h 38m
€20–28
Train via Portarlington
1. Take the train from Thurles to PortlaoiseIc / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to AthenryIc / ...
3h 36m
€19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thurles to Limerick Arthur's Quay391
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Galway Ceannt Station51
5h 59m

Thurles to Athenry by train

30Weekly Trains

3h 19mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Thurles to Athenry.

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Distance: 163.5 km
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Thurles, Ireland and Athenry, Ireland?

You can take a train from Thurles to Athenry via Limerick in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thurles to Athenry via Limerick Arthur's Quay, Limerick Colbert Station, Galway Ceannt Station, and Galway in around 5h 59m.

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