What is the cheapest way to get from Knock to Athy?

The cheapest way to get from Knock to Athy is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Knock to Athy?

The fastest way to get from Knock to Athy is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Knock and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Knock to Athy. However, there are services departing from Knock and arriving at Athy via Galway Coach Stn and Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Knock and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Knock to Athy. However, there are services departing from Claremorris and arriving at Athy via Portarlington and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Knock to Athy?

The distance between Knock and Athy is 215 km. The road distance is 178.7 km.

How do I travel from Knock to Athy without a car?

The best way to get from Knock to Athy without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 51m and costs €30 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Knock to Athy?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Knock to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Knock to Athy bus from?

Knock to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Knock station.

Where do I catch the Knock to Athy train from?

Knock to Athy train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Claremorris station.

Train or bus from Knock to Athy?

The best way to get from Knock to Athy is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Knock to Athy bus arrive?

Knock to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Galway Ceannt station.

Where does the Knock to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Knock to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Knock to Athy is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Knock to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 144+ hotels available in Athy.

Knock to Athy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Knock to Athy by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Knock to Athlone Stnbus 440
2. Take the train from Athlone to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
4h 51m
€32–44
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Claremorris to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
4h 54m
€29–44
Drive 178.7 km
1. Drive from Knock to Athycar 178.7 km
2h 33m
€31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Knock to Galway Ceanntbus 64
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Parkgate Stbus 761 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Athybus 130
6h 26m
€37–50

Knock to Athy by bus and train

26Weekly Services

4h 51mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.6 km
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Knock, IE-MO, Ireland and Athy, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Claremorris to Portarlington every 3 hours. Tickets cost €13–20 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Knock to Athy via Galway Ceannt, Galway Coach Stn, Parkgate St, and Heuston Station in around 6h 26m.

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