What is the cheapest way to get from Athlone to County Cork?

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to County Cork is to drive which costs €35 - €50 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to County Cork?

The fastest way to get from Athlone to County Cork is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs €35 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and County Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to County Cork. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Sluggera Cross via Limerick Colbert and Mallow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and County Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to County Cork. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Athlone to County Cork?

The distance between Athlone and County Cork is 272 km. The road distance is 204.5 km.

How do I travel from Athlone to County Cork without a car?

The best way to get from Athlone to County Cork without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs €40 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Athlone to County Cork?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Athlone to County Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to County Cork bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to County Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to County Cork?

The best way to get from Athlone to County Cork is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus via Mallow, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Athlone to County Cork bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athlone to County Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to County Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to County Cork is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Athlone to County Cork.

Where can I stay near County Cork?

There are 353+ hotels available in County Cork.

Athlone to County Cork - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to County Cork 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 48m
€43–64
Drive 204.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Athlone to County Corkcar 204.5 km
2h 30m
€35–51
Bus via Mallow
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 72
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Mallowbus 51
5h 56m
€48–66
Bus
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 52m
€41–58

Athlone to County Cork by train and bus

120Weekly Services

4h 48mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 271.7 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and County Cork, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athlone to Blarney East via Portarlington, Portlaoise, Cork, Summerhill N, and St Patrick's Street in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Sluggera Cross via Limerick Colbert and Mallow in around 5h 56m.

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