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Cobh to Athlone

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2 h 35 min
218 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Cobh to Athlone

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Cheapest
By car (218 km)
2 h 35 min
218 km.
from $11
Other
Rideshare
2 h 35 min
218 km.
from $8.29
Train
5 h 40 min
176 km.
from $56.33
Bus
6 h 7 min
176 km.
from $45.17
Train, Bus
6 h 21 min
176 km.

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Cork to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$29.30
Train from Portarlington to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74
Train from Cork to Thurles
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Cork Bus Station to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Cork Bus Station to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38
Bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
Website:
locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
Bus from Thurles Train Station Car Park to Golden
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
4 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cobh to Athlone is to bus which costs $25 - $40.22 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cobh to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Cobh and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Cobh to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Spy Hill and arriving at Athlone Station via Cork Bus Station and Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cobh and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Cobh to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Cobh and arriving at Athlone via Cork, Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Cobh to Athlone?

The distance between Cobh and Athlone is 279 km. The road distance is 218.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cobh to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs $31.52 - $48.91 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Cobh to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Athlone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cobh to Athlone train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cobh to Athlone?

The best way to get from Cobh to Athlone is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs $31.52 - $48.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $40.22 and takes 6h 7m. There are no good options to fly between Cobh to Athlone.

Where does the Cobh to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cobh to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cobh to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Cobh to Athlone is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Cobh to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 53+ hotels available in Athlone. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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