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Two ways to Travel from Kilkenny to Athlone
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Cheapest
By car (125 km)
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Rideshare
Transport providers
Train operators
Irish Rail
Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Kilkenny to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.24–$13.04
Train from Portarlington to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$7.61–$10.87
Bus operators
Bus Éireann
Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Kilkenny Station to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Athlone?
The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Athlone is to bus which costs $15.22 - $21.74 and takes 2h 55m.
What is the fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Athlone?
The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $23.91 - $35.87 .
Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Athlone?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kilkenny Station station and arriving at Athlone Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.
Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Athlone?
No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Athlone via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
How far is it from Kilkenny to Athlone?
The distance between Kilkenny and Athlone is 148 km. The road distance is 125.9 km.
How do I travel from Kilkenny to Athlone without a car?
The best way to get from Kilkenny to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $15.22 - $21.74 .
How long does it take to get from Kilkenny to Athlone?
The bus from Kilkenny Station to Athlone Station takes 2h 55m including transfers and departs twice daily.
Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Athlone bus from?
Kilkenny to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Kilkenny Station.
Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Athlone train from?
Kilkenny to Athlone train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Kilkenny station.
Train or bus from Kilkenny to Athlone?
The best way to get from Kilkenny to Athlone is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $15.22 - $21.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20.65 - $30.43 and takes 3h 26m.
Where does the Kilkenny to Athlone bus arrive?
Kilkenny to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.
Where does the Kilkenny to Athlone train arrive?
Kilkenny to Athlone train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Kildare station.
Can I drive from Kilkenny to Athlone?
Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Athlone is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Kilkenny to Athlone.
Where can I stay near Athlone?
There are 53+ hotels available in Athlone. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
