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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Thurles to Athlone

Composite routes from Thurles to Athlone

Cheapest
1 h 19 min
Car
95 km.
from $5

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Thurles to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.74
Train from Portarlington to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74

Bus operators

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
Website:
locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
Bus from Liberty Square to Golden
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Athlone is to drive which costs $17.39 - $27.17 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurles to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs $17.39 - $27.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Thurles and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Liberty Square and arriving at Golden Island. Services depart four times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Thurles and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Thurles to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Athlone via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Thurles to Athlone?

The distance between Thurles and Athlone is 122 km. The road distance is 95.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Thurles to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 2h 36m and costs .

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

The bus from Liberty Square to Golden Island takes 2h 36m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Athlone bus from?

Thurles to Athlone bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, depart from Liberty Square station.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurles to Athlone?

The best way to get from Thurles to Athlone is to bus which takes 2h 36m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18.48 - $27.17 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the Thurles to Athlone bus arrive?

Thurles to Athlone bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Golden Island station.

Where does the Thurles to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurles to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurles to Athlone is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Thurles 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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