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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Adare is to bus and line 300 bus which costs €19 - €30 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Adare is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Adare?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Adare. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Adare via Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Adare?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Adare. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Limerick via Athenry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Athlone to Adare?

The distance between Athlone and Adare is 138 km. The road distance is 133.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Adare without a car is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Athlone to Adare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Adare bus from?

Athlone to Adare bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Stn station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Adare train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Adare?

The best way to get from Athlone to Adare is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Athlone to Adare bus arrive?

Athlone to Adare bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Athlone to Adare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Adare?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Adare is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Athlone to Adare.

Where can I stay near Adare?

There are 149+ hotels available in Adare.

Athlone to Adare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 300 bus

How to get fromAthlone to Adare

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to Adare 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 Athlone Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 72
3h 45m
€32–44
Bus, line 300 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from TUS North Gate to UL Student Ctrbus Ul06
2. Take the bus from UL Student Ctr to Adarebus 300
4h 30m
€20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Athlone to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Athenry to Limericktrain Ic
4h 33m
€25–36
Drive 133.1 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Adarecar 133.1 km
1h 37m
€23–33

Athlone to Adare by bus

20Weekly Buses

3h 45mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Athlone to Adare.

Launch map view

Distance: 137.6 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Athlone Stn to Limerick Colbert 3 times a day. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athlone to Adare via Athenry, Limerick, and Limerick Colbert in around 4h 33m.

Train operators