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

The cheapest way to get from Killorglin to Athlone is to train which costs €28 - €55 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Killorglin to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Killorglin and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Killorglin to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Killorglin and arriving at Athlone Stn via Tralee Bus Station and Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Killorglin and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Killorglin to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Killarney and arriving at Athlone via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Killorglin to Athlone?

The distance between Killorglin and Athlone is 315 km. The road distance is 227.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Killorglin to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs €28 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Killorglin to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Killorglin to Athlone bus from?

Killorglin to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Tralee Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Killorglin to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Killorglin to Athlone?

The best way to get from Killorglin to Athlone is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs €28 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Killorglin to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Killorglin to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Killorglin to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Killorglin to Athlone is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Killorglin to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 80+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Killarney to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
5h 11m
€29–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tralee Bus Station to Limerick Colbertbus 13
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Athlone Stnbus 72
7h 1m
€41–70
Drive 227.3 km
1. Drive from Killorglin to Athlonecar 227.3 km
2h 56m
€39–56
Bus via Killarney Bus Stn
1. Take the bus from Killarney Mission to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Kilmartin Ctrbus Ul06
7h 20m
€40–70

Killorglin to Athlone by bus and train

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5h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 315 km
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Killorglin to Athlone via Killarney Bus Stn, Killarney, and Portarlington in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Killorglin to Athlone Stn via Tralee Bus Station and Limerick Colbert in around 7h 1m.

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