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

The cheapest way to get from Tipperary to Athlone is to bus which costs €17 - €25 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tipperary to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Tipperary and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Tipperary to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Tipperary and arriving at Athlone Stn via Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Tipperary and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Tipperary to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Limerick Junction and arriving at Athlone via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Tipperary to Athlone?

The distance between Tipperary and Athlone is 173 km. The road distance is 126.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Tipperary to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €18 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Tipperary to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tipperary to Athlone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tipperary to Athlone train from?

Tipperary to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick Junction station.

Train or bus from Tipperary to Athlone?

The best way to get from Tipperary to Athlone is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €18 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Tipperary to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tipperary to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tipperary to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Tipperary to Athlone is 126 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Tipperary to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 71+ hotels available in Athlone.

Tipperary to Athlone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Tipperary to Athlone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 21m
€19–39
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thurles Station to Golden Islandbus 850
4h 33m
€18–25
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Tipperary to Limerick Colbertbus 55
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Athlone Stnbus 72
4h 5m
€33–48
Drive 126.1 km
1. Drive from Tipperary to Athlonecar 126.1 km
2h 1m
€23–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tipperary to Limerick Colbertbus 55
2. Take the train from Limerick to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Athenry to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 29m
€27–40

Tipperary to Athlone by bus, foot, and train

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3h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.5 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Tipperary to Athlone via Limerick Junction, Limerick Junction, Portlaoise, and Portarlington in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tipperary to Athlone Stn via Limerick Colbert in around 4h 5m.

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