How to get from Macroom to Athenry by bus and train?

From Macroom to Athenry by bus and train

To get from Macroom to Athenry in Ireland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 233 bus from Macroom station to Cork Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 251 bus and finally take the RAIL train from Galway (Ceannt) station to Athenry station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 54 min. The bus and train schedule from Macroom may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Athenry on the Moovit app.

354min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 233233
Bus - 251251
Train - RAILRAIL
Leaves from Macroom

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Macroom
    ID 356141
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 233233
    Wait for bus
    233
    Cork
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cork Bus Station
    ID 255021
    75 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cork Anderson's Quay
    ID 11052
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 251251
    Wait for bus
    251
    Galway Ceannt Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Galway Ceannt Station
    ID 555041
    185 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Galway (Ceannt)
    30 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 9
    Ride to train station Athenry
    Ride to train station
    Athenry
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Macroom to Athenry by bus and train via 40, 251 and RAIL

To get from Macroom to Athenry in Ireland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 40 bus from Macroom station to Cork Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 251 bus and finally take the RAIL train from Galway (Ceannt) station to Athenry station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Macroom may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Athenry on the Moovit app.

369min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4040
Bus - 251251
Train - RAILRAIL
Leaves from Macroom

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Macroom
    ID 356141
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Cork
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cork Bus Station
    ID 255021
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cork Anderson's Quay
    ID 11052
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 251251
    Wait for bus
    251
    Galway Ceannt Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Galway Ceannt Station
    ID 555041
    185 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Galway (Ceannt)
    30 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 9
    Ride to train station Athenry
    Ride to train station
    Athenry
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Macroom to Athenry

The distance between Macroom, Ireland and Athenry, Ireland is approximately 256.78 km, which can typically be travelled in 354 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Macroom to Athenry 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 Macroom to Athenry

To check the bus and train schedule from Macroom to Athenry using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Macroom) and destination (Athenry), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Macroom to Athenry by bus and train via 40, 251 and RAIL

To get from Macroom to Athenry in Ireland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 40 bus from Macroom station to Cork Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 251 bus and finally take the RAIL train from Galway (Ceannt) station to Athenry station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Macroom may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Athenry on the Moovit app.

369min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4040
Bus - 251251
Train - RAILRAIL
Leaves from Macroom

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Macroom
    ID 356141
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Cork
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cork Bus Station
    ID 255021
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cork Anderson's Quay
    ID 11052
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 251251
    Wait for bus
    251
    Galway Ceannt Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Galway Ceannt Station
    ID 555041
    185 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Galway (Ceannt)
    30 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 9
    Ride to train station Athenry
    Ride to train station
    Athenry
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Macroom to Athenry?

    The fastest way takes 354 minutes, using Bus line 233, Bus line 251, Train line RAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Macroom to Athenry?

    The alternative route takes 369 minutes, using Bus line 40, Bus line 251, Train line RAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Macroom and Athenry in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Macroom to Athenry in Ireland?

    The 233 bus line goes from Macroom station near Macroom to Cork station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Cork station near Athenry in Ireland.

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

    The total travel time between Macroom and Athenry in Ireland by bus and train is about 5 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Macroom to get to Athenry in Ireland?

    Get on the 233 bus from the Macroom stop near Macroom in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Macroom and Athenry in Ireland?

    Get off the bus at the Cork station, which is closest to Athenry in Ireland.

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