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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Cahir is to bus via Thurles which costs €15 - €20 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Cahir is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Cahir?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Cahir. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Cahir via Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Cahir?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Cahir. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Cahir via Portarlington, Portlaoise and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Athlone to Cahir?

The distance between Athlone and Cahir is 194 km. The road distance is 134.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Cahir without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €19 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Athlone to Cahir, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Cahir bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Cahir train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Cahir?

The best way to get from Athlone to Cahir is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €19 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Athlone to Cahir bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athlone to Cahir train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Cahir?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Cahir is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Athlone to Cahir.

Where can I stay near Cahir?

There are 102+ hotels available in Cahir.

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There are 5 ways to get from Athlone to Cahir 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 Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Cahirtrain Re
4h 20m
€19–31
Bus via Thurles
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Thurles Stationbus 850
4h 59m
€16–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 72
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cahirbus 55
4h 28m
€35–48
Drive 134.6 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Cahircar 134.6 km
1h 44m
€23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athlone to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Athenry to Limericktrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cahirbus 55
5h 16m
€28–40

Athlone to Cahir by train

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Distance: 193.5 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Cahir via Portarlington, Portlaoise, and Limerick Junction in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Cahir via Limerick Colbert in around 4h 28m.

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