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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Piltown is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Piltown is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Piltown?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Piltown. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Piltown via Carlow Bus Stn and Waterford Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Piltown?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Piltown. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Waterford via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Athlone to Piltown?

The distance between Athlone and Piltown is 210 km. The road distance is 150.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Piltown without a car is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs €35 - €70.

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

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Piltown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Piltown train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Piltown?

The best way to get from Athlone to Piltown is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs €35 - €70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Athlone to Piltown bus arrive?

Athlone to Piltown bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where does the Athlone to Piltown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Piltown?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Piltown is 150 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Athlone to Piltown.

Where can I stay near Piltown?

There are 154+ hotels available in Piltown.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Carlow Bus Stnbus 73
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Waterford Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
4h 56m
€37–68
Drive 150.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Athlone to Piltowncar 150.4 km
2h 18m
€26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Athlone to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Waterfordtrain Re / ...
5h 4m
€30–44
Bus via Kilkenny
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Ormonde Roadbus 73
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Piltownbus 891
5h 23m
€29–39

Athlone to Piltown by bus

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4h 56mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 209.6 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Piltown, IE-KK, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Piltown via Carlow Bus Stn and Waterford Bus Stn in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athlone to Piltown via Kildare, Waterford, and Waterford Bus Stn in around 5h 4m.

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