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248 km.
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Macroom, Irish → Athlone, Irish

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Macroom to Athlone

Composite routes from Macroom to Athlone

Cheapest
2 h 53 min
Car
248 km.
from $13
Other
5 h 21 min
182 km.
from $58.72
6 h 23 min
182 km.
from $60.33
6 h 49 min
Train, Bus
182 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Rathmore to Portarlington
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$21.65–$31.84
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–$20.38

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–$22.93

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–$21.65

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
lo@locallink.ie
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 Macroom to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Macroom to Athlone is to train which costs $33.70 - $50 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macroom to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $45.65 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Macroom and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Macroom to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Macroom and arriving at Athlone Station via Cork Bus Station and Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Macroom to Athlone?

The distance between Macroom and Athlone is 305 km. The road distance is 248.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Macroom to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Macroom to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macroom to Athlone bus from?

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

Train or bus from Macroom to Athlone?

The best way to get from Macroom to Athlone is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $33.70 - $50 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $32.61 - $54.35 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Macroom to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macroom to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Macroom to Athlone is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Macroom to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 54+ hotels available in Athlone. Prices start at $51.58 per night.
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