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

The cheapest way to get from Listowel to Athy is to bus and train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Listowel to Athy is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Listowel and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Listowel to Athy. However, there are services departing from Listowel and arriving at Athy via Up G Griffin St, Limerick Arthurs Qy, Portlaoise JFL Ave and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Listowel and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Listowel to Athy. However, there are services departing from Tralee and arriving at Athy via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Listowel to Athy?

The distance between Listowel and Athy is 260 km. The road distance is 203.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Listowel to Athy without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 35m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Listowel to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Listowel to Athy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Listowel to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Listowel to Athy?

The best way to get from Listowel to Athy is to bus via Limerick which takes 7h 22m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Listowel to Athy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Listowel to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Listowel to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Listowel to Athy is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Listowel to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 143+ hotels available in Athy.

Listowel to Athy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Listowel to Athy by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Listowel to Limerick Colbertbus 13
2. Take the train from Limerick to Kildaretrain Re / ...
5h 35m
€32–48
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Listowel to Limerick Colbertbus 13
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
7h 22m
€40–63
Drive 203.4 km
1. Drive from Listowel to Athycar 203.4 km
2h 23m
€36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Tralee to Kildaretrain Ic
6h 16m
€38–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Abbeyfeale to Red Cow Luasbus 300
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kildarebus 726
7h 54m
€43–64

Listowel to Athy by bus and train

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5h 35mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.9 km
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Listowel, Ireland and Athy, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Listowel to Athy via Limerick Colbert, Up G Griffin St, Sarsfield St, Limerick Arthurs Qy, Portlaoise JFL Ave, and Kildare in around 7h 22m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Tralee to Kildare once a week. Tickets cost €24–35 and the journey takes 3h 19m.

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