What is the cheapest way to get from University of Limerick to Athy?

The cheapest way to get from University of Limerick to Athy is to bus which costs €18 - €26 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from University of Limerick to Athy?

The fastest way to get from University of Limerick to Athy is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between University of Limerick and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from University of Limerick to Athy. However, there are services departing from UL Student Centre and arriving at Mulgrave Street via Saint Peter and Paul's Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from University of Limerick to Athy?

The distance between University of Limerick and Athy is 131 km. The road distance is 133.1 km.

How do I travel from University of Limerick to Athy without a car?

The best way to get from University of Limerick to Athy without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs €18 - €26.

How long does it take to get from University of Limerick to Athy?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from University of Limerick to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the University of Limerick to Athy bus from?

University of Limerick to Athy bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from UL Student Centre station.

Train or bus from University of Limerick to Athy?

The best way to get from University of Limerick to Athy is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs €18 - €26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the University of Limerick to Athy bus arrive?

University of Limerick to Athy bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Can I drive from University of Limerick to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between University of Limerick to Athy is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from University of Limerick to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 138+ hotels available in Athy.

University of Limerick to Athy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from University of Limerick 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
best
1. Take the bus from UL Student Centre to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
3h 30m
€18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick to KildareIc
4h 48m
€21–31
Drive 133.1 km
1. Drive from University of Limerick to Athy133.1 km
1h 28m
€23–33
Bus, line 726 bus
1. Take the bus from UL Student Centre to Kilminchy735
2. Take the bus from Kilminchy to Kildare726
3. Take the bus from Kildare to Barrow Quay883
4h 29m
€22–32

University of Limerick to Athy by foot and bus

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3h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.6 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between University of Limerick, Ireland and Athy, Ireland?

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from UL Student Centre to Portlaoise JFL Avenue 4 times a day. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Limerick to Kildare 3 times a day. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 44m.

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