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County Cork to Athlone

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203 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from County Cork to Athlone

Composite routes from County Cork to Athlone

Cheapest
2 h 31 min
Car
203 km.
from $11
Other
5 h 15 min
166 km.
from $54.52
5 h 46 min
166 km.
from $70.65
6 h 30 min
Train, Bus
166 km.
Select a ticket
6 h 47 min
166 km.
from $40.76

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 Rathduff to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Rathduff to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11
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 Anderson's Quay to Henry
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
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 County Cork to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from County Cork to Athlone is to bus which costs $30.43 - $48.91 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Cork to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from County Cork to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between County Cork and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from County Cork to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Sluggera Cross and arriving at Athlone Station via Rathduff and Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from County Cork to Athlone?

The distance between County Cork and Athlone is 212 km. The road distance is 203.1 km.

How do I travel from County Cork to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from County Cork to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs $30.43 - $48.91 .

How long does it take to get from County Cork to Athlone?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from County Cork to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Cork to Athlone bus from?

County Cork to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway, depart from Rathduff station.

Train or bus from County Cork to Athlone?

The best way to get from County Cork to Athlone is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs $30.43 - $48.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40.22 - $59.78 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the County Cork to Athlone bus arrive?

County Cork to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway, arrive at Limerick Bus Station.

Can I drive from County Cork to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between County Cork to Athlone is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from County Cork 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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