What is the cheapest way to get from Athlone to Blarney Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Blarney Castle is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to Blarney Castle?

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Blarney Castle is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Blarney Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Blarney Castle. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Blarney via Limerick Colbert and St Patrick's Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Blarney Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Blarney Castle. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Athlone to Blarney Castle?

The distance between Athlone and Blarney Castle is 273 km. The road distance is 209.6 km.

How do I travel from Athlone to Blarney Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Athlone to Blarney Castle without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs €40 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Athlone to Blarney Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Athlone to Blarney Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Blarney Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Blarney Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Blarney Castle?

The best way to get from Athlone to Blarney Castle is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Athlone to Blarney Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athlone to Blarney Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Blarney Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Blarney Castle is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Athlone to Blarney Castle.

Where can I stay near Blarney Castle?

There are 355+ hotels available in Blarney Castle.

Athlone to Blarney Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to Blarney Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 56m
€43–64
Drive 209.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Athlone to Blarney Castlecar 209.6 km
2h 40m
€36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 72
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
6h 4m
€48–67
Bus via TUS North Gate
1. Take the bus from TUS North Gate to O'Connell Streetbus Ul06
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
6h 58m
€41–58

Athlone to Blarney Castle by train, bus, and foot

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 272.8 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Blarney Castle, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athlone to Blarney Castle via Portarlington, Portlaoise, Cork, Summerhill N, St Patrick's Street, and Blarney in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Blarney Castle via Limerick Colbert, Cork Bus Stn, St Patrick's Street, and Blarney in around 6h 4m.

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