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

The cheapest way to get from Cobh to Athlone is to train and bus which costs €25 - €40 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cobh to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Cobh and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Cobh to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Spy Hill and arriving at Athlone Stn via Cork Bus Stn and Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Cobh and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Cobh to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Cobh and arriving at Athlone via Cork, Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Cobh to Athlone?

The distance between Cobh and Athlone is 279 km. The road distance is 212.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cobh to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €27 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Cobh to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Athlone bus from?

Cobh to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Cobh to Athlone?

The best way to get from Cobh to Athlone is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €27 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Cobh to Athlone bus arrive?

Cobh to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Cobh to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cobh to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Cobh to Athlone is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Cobh to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 80+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 30m
€27–40
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cork to Thurlestrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Thurles Station to Golden Islandbus 850
5h 47m
€25–36
Drive 212.2 km
1. Drive from Cobh to Athlonecar 212.2 km
2h 42m
€37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Athlone Stnbus 72
6h 42m
€38–53

Cobh to Athlone by train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 279.1 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Cobh to Athlone via Cork, Portlaoise, and Portarlington in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Spy Hill to Athlone Stn via Cork Patrick's Quay, Cork Bus Stn, and Limerick Colbert in around 6h 42m.

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