How to get from Athlone to Abbeyleix by bus and train?

From Athlone to Abbeyleix by bus and train

To get from Athlone to Abbeyleix in Ireland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RAIL train from Athlone station to Dublin Heuston station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RAIL train and finally take the 828 bus from Portlaoise Station station to Abbeyleix station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Athlone may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Abbeyleix on the Moovit app.

151min
Train - RAILRAIL
Train - RAILRAIL
Bus - 828828
Walk to Abbeyleix
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Athlone
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dublin Heuston
    73 min
  • 4
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Limerick (Colbert)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Portlaoise
    41 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Portlaoise Station
    ID 12331
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 828828
    Wait for bus
    828
    Cashel
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Abbeyleix
    ID 152301
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Abbeyleix
    Walk to
    Abbeyleix
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Athlone to Abbeyleix by bus

To get from Athlone to Abbeyleix in Ireland, take the 850 bus from Athlone Station station to Thurles station. Next, take the 858 bus from Thurles station to Abbeyleix station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Athlone may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Abbeyleix on the Moovit app.

246min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 850850
Bus - 858858
Leaves from Athlone Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Athlone Station
    ID 991001
    40 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 850850
    Wait for bus
    850
    Thurles Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thurles
    ID 12321
    162 min
  • 4
    Bus - 858858
    Wait for bus
    858
    Portlaoise Hospital
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Abbeyleix
    Ride to bus station
    Abbeyleix
    ID 152302
    55 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Athlone to Abbeyleix

The distance between Athlone, Ireland and Abbeyleix, Ireland is approximately 225.76 km, which can typically be travelled in 151 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Athlone to Abbeyleix by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Athlone to Abbeyleix

To check the bus and train schedule from Athlone to Abbeyleix using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Athlone) and destination (Abbeyleix), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Athlone to Abbeyleix by bus

To get from Athlone to Abbeyleix in Ireland, take the 850 bus from Athlone Station station to Thurles station. Next, take the 858 bus from Thurles station to Abbeyleix station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Athlone may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Abbeyleix on the Moovit app.

246min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 850850
Bus - 858858
Leaves from Athlone Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Athlone Station
    ID 991001
    40 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 850850
    Wait for bus
    850
    Thurles Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thurles
    ID 12321
    162 min
  • 4
    Bus - 858858
    Wait for bus
    858
    Portlaoise Hospital
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Abbeyleix
    Ride to bus station
    Abbeyleix
    ID 152302
    55 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to Abbeyleix?

    The fastest way takes 151 minutes, using Train line RAIL, Train line RAIL, Bus line 828.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Athlone to Abbeyleix?

    The alternative route takes 246 minutes, using Bus line 850, Bus line 858.

  • Is there a direct train between Athlone and Abbeyleix in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 31 min.

  • Which train line goes from Athlone to Abbeyleix in Ireland?

    The RAIL train line goes from Dublin Heuston station near Athlone to Portlaoise station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Portlaoise station near Abbeyleix in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Athlone to Abbeyleix in Ireland by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Athlone and Abbeyleix in Ireland by train and bus is about 2 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Athlone to get to Abbeyleix in Ireland?

    Get on the RAIL train from the Dublin Heuston station near Athlone in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Athlone and Abbeyleix in Ireland?

    Get off the train at the Portlaoise stop, which is closest to Abbeyleix in Ireland.

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