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4 h 4 min
305 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Athlone to Castletownbere

Cheapest
4 h 4 min
Car
305 km.
from $16
Other
5 h 26 min
237 km.
from $75.85
8 h 9 min
236 km.
from $46.54
8 h 12 min
Bus, Train
236 km.
from $5.43
9 h 10 min
237 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Athlone to Portarlington
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74
Train from Portarlington to Killarney
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$24.20–$35.67
Train from Thurles to Cork
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Athlone Station to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Cork
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38
Bus from Cork Bus Station Parnell Place to Castletownbere
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Killarney
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83

Local Link Kerry

Phone:
1890 528 528
Email:
Website:
locallinkkerry.ie/
Bus from Kenmare to Castletownbere
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
Website:
locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
Bus from Golden Island to Thurles
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
4 times a week

Donal Harrington

Phone:
+353 1 879 8300
Website:
transportforireland.ie
Bus from Cork Bus Station Parnell Place to Castletownbere
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily

Harrington's Ardgroom

Phone:
+353 27 74003
Email:
Website:
harringtonsardgroom.com/bus-service
Bus from Cork Bus Station Parnell Place to Castletownbere
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Castletownbere is to bus via Cork which costs $38.04 - $59.78 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Castletownbere is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Castletownbere?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Castletownbere. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Castletownbere Murphys Restaurant via Limerick Colbert Station and Cork Bus Station Parnell Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

How far is it from Athlone to Castletownbere?

The distance between Athlone and Castletownbere is 374 km. The road distance is 305.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Castletownbere without a car is to bus via Cork which takes 8h 9m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Athlone to Castletownbere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Castletownbere bus from?

Athlone to Castletownbere bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Station.

Where does the Athlone to Castletownbere bus arrive?

Athlone to Castletownbere bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Limerick Colbert Station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Castletownbere?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Castletownbere is 306 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Athlone to Castletownbere.

Where can I stay near Castletownbere?

There are 89+ hotels available in Castletownbere. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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