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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Killarney is to train which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Killarney is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Killarney?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Killarney. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Killarney Bus Stn via Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Killarney?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Killarney. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Killarney via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Athlone to Killarney?

The distance between Athlone and Killarney is 293 km. The road distance is 223 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Killarney without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Athlone to Killarney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Killarney bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Killarney train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Killarney?

The best way to get from Athlone to Killarney is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Athlone to Killarney bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athlone to Killarney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Killarney?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Killarney is 223 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Athlone to Killarney.

Where can I stay near Killarney?

There are 525+ hotels available in Killarney.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Killarneytrain Ic
4h 16m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 72
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Killarney Bus Stnbus 14
5h 30m
€39–53
Drive 223 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Killarneycar 223 km
2h 50m
€38–55
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Kilmartin Ctr to UL Student Ctrbus Ul06
2. Take the bus from UL Student Ctr to Killarney Missionbus 300
5h 53m
€37–53

Athlone to Killarney by train

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Distance: 292.5 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Killarney via Portarlington in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Killarney Bus Stn via Limerick Colbert in around 5h 30m.

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