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2 h 50 min
233 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Athlone to Kinsale

Cheapest
2 h 50 min
Car
233 km.
from $12
Other
5 h 31 min
194 km.
from $72.54
6 h 10 min
194 km.
from $56.52
6 h 31 min
Bus, Train
193 km.
from $5.43
6 h 34 min
194 km.
from $46.67

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 25m
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 Kinsale?

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Kinsale is to bus which costs $32.61 - $46.74 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Kinsale is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Kinsale?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Kinsale. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Kinsale via Limerick Colbert Station and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Athlone to Kinsale?

The distance between Athlone and Kinsale is 288 km. The road distance is 233.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Kinsale without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Athlone to Kinsale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Kinsale bus from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Kinsale?

The best way to get from Athlone to Kinsale is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $32.61 - $46.74 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Athlone to Kinsale bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Kinsale?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Kinsale is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Athlone to Kinsale.

Where can I stay near Kinsale?

There are 225+ hotels available in Kinsale. Prices start at $68.92 per night.
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