What is the cheapest way to get from Cork Kent Station to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Cork Kent Station to Athlone is to train which costs €24 - €40 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork Kent Station to Athlone?

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

Is there a direct bus between Cork Kent Station and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork Kent Station to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Stn and arriving at Athlone Stn via Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cork Kent Station and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Cork Kent Station to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Athlone via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Cork Kent Station to Athlone?

The distance between Cork Kent Station and Athlone is 261 km. The road distance is 204.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork Kent Station to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €24 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Cork Kent Station to Athlone?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Cork Kent Station to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork Kent Station to Athlone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork Kent Station to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork Kent Station to Athlone?

The best way to get from Cork Kent Station to Athlone is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €24 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Cork Kent Station to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork Kent Station to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork Kent Station to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork Kent Station to Athlone is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Cork Kent Station to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 79+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Cork Kent Station 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 / ...
3h 27m
€24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Athlone Stnbus 72
5h 16m
€38–53
Drive 204.8 km
1. Drive from Cork Kent Station to Athlonecar 204.8 km
2h 30m
€35–51
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Parkgate Stbus 707
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Arcadiabus 763
5h 45m
€36–50

Cork Kent Station to Athlone by train

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Distance: 260.9 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Cork Kent Station, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a train from Cork to Athlone via Portlaoise and Portarlington in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cork Kent Station to Athlone Stn via Cork Bus Stn and Limerick Colbert in around 5h 16m.

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