What is the cheapest way to get from Waterford to Athenry?

The cheapest way to get from Waterford to Athenry is to train which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterford to Athenry?

The fastest way to get from Waterford to Athenry is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Waterford and Athenry?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterford to Athenry. However, there are services departing from Waterford Bus Stn and arriving at Galway Ceannt via Henry Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Waterford and Athenry?

No, there is no direct train from Waterford to Athenry. However, there are services departing from Waterford and arriving at Athenry via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Waterford to Athenry?

The distance between Waterford and Athenry is 269 km. The road distance is 196.6 km.

How do I travel from Waterford to Athenry without a car?

The best way to get from Waterford to Athenry without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs €26 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Waterford to Athenry?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Waterford to Athenry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Athenry bus from?

Waterford to Athenry bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Athenry train from?

Waterford to Athenry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Waterford station.

Train or bus from Waterford to Athenry?

The best way to get from Waterford to Athenry is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Waterford to Athenry bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waterford to Athenry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterford to Athenry?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterford to Athenry is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Waterford to Athenry.

Where can I stay near Athenry?

There are 574+ hotels available in Athenry.

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There are 4 ways to get from Waterford to Athenry by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Waterford to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
4h 27m
€26–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 55
2. Take the train from Limerick to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
4h 58m
€28–38
Drive 196.6 km
1. Drive from Waterford to Athenrycar 196.6 km
2h 36m
€34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 55
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceanntbus 251
5h 35m
€34–48

Waterford to Athenry by train

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Distance: 269 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Waterford, Ireland and Athenry, Ireland?

You can take a train from Waterford to Athenry via Kildare and Portarlington in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Athenry via Limerick Colbert, Henry Street, Galway Ceannt, and Galway in around 5h 35m.

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