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219 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Athlone to Cobh

Cheapest
2 h 36 min
Car
219 km.
from $12
Other
5 h 13 min
176 km.
from $56.67
6 h
176 km.
from $43.48
5 h 47 min
Bus, Train
175 km.
from $5.43
6 h 28 min
176 km.
from $37.43

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 Portlaoise to Cork
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$29.30
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

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Arcadia to Galway
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$22.93
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$29.30

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Cobh is to bus which costs $25 - $35.87 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Cobh is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Cobh?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Spy Hill via Limerick Colbert Station and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Cobh?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Cobh via Portarlington, Portlaoise and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Athlone to Cobh?

The distance between Athlone and Cobh is 279 km. The road distance is 219.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Cobh without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs $31.52 - $48.91 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Athlone to Cobh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Cobh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Cobh train from?

Athlone to Cobh train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Athlone station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Cobh?

The best way to get from Athlone to Cobh is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs $31.52 - $48.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $35.87 and takes 6h.

Where does the Athlone to Cobh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athlone to Cobh train arrive?

Athlone to Cobh train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Cobh?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Cobh is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Athlone to Cobh.

Where can I stay near Cobh?

There are 262+ hotels available in Cobh. Prices start at $68.92 per night.
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