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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Tipperary is to bus which costs €15 - €20 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Tipperary is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Tipperary?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Tipperary. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Tipperary via Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Tipperary?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Tipperary. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Limerick Junction via Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Athlone to Tipperary?

The distance between Athlone and Tipperary is 173 km. The road distance is 127.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Tipperary without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Athlone to Tipperary, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Tipperary bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Tipperary train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Tipperary?

The best way to get from Athlone to Tipperary is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Athlone to Tipperary bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athlone to Tipperary train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Tipperary?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Tipperary is 127 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Athlone to Tipperary.

Where can I stay near Tipperary?

There are 103+ hotels available in Tipperary.

Athlone to Tipperary - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Athlone to Tipperary 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 / ...
3h 59m
€25–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Thurles Stationbus 850
4h 32m
€16–20
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 72
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Tipperarybus 55
4h 5m
€34–48
Drive 127.4 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Tipperarycar 127.4 km
2h 2m
€22–32
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 Tipperarybus 55
4h 53m
€27–40

Athlone to Tipperary by train, foot, and bus

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3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.6 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Tipperary via Portarlington, Portlaoise, Limerick Junction, and Limerick Junction in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Tipperary via Limerick Colbert in around 4h 5m.

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