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Cork Airport to Athlone

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2 h 31 min
214 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Cork Airport to Athlone

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Cheapest
By car (214 km)
2 h 31 min
214 km.
from $11
Other
Rideshare
2 h 31 min
214 km.
from $8.14
Train
5 h 45 min
178 km.
from $60.30
Bus via Galway
6 h 5 min
178 km.
from $37.67
Bus
5 h 56 min
178 km.
from $56.46
Train, Bus
6 h 26 min
178 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

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Cork Airport to Galway
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$29.30
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Arcadia
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$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 Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone is to bus via Galway which costs $27.17 - $44.57 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $41.30 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Cork Airport (ORK) and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Cork Airport and arriving at Athlone Station via Cork Bus Station and Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone?

The distance between Cork Airport (ORK) and Athlone is 271 km. The road distance is 215 km.

How do I travel from Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs $34.78 - $51.09 .

How long does it take to get from Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone bus from?

Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Cork Bus Station.

Train or bus from Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone?

The best way to get from Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs $34.78 - $51.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $50 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone bus arrive?

Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Limerick Colbert Station.

Can I drive from Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork Airport (ORK) to Athlone is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Cork Airport (ORK) 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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