How to get from Birr Castle to Athlone by bus and train?

From Birr Castle to Athlone by bus and train

To get from Birr Castle to Athlone in Ireland, take the 847 bus from Birr station to Tullamore Station station. Next, take the RAIL train from Tullamore station to Athlone station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The bus and train schedule from Birr Castle may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Athlone on the Moovit app.

112min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 847847
Train - RAILRAIL
Leaves from Birr

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Birr
    ID 152101
    540 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 847847
    Wait for bus
    847
    Airport Zone 16
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tullamore Station
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Tullamore
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Galway (Ceannt)
  • 6
    Ride to train station Athlone
    Ride to train station
    Athlone
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Birr Castle to Athlone

The distance between Birr Castle, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland is approximately 72.37 km, which can typically be travelled in 112 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Birr Castle to Athlone 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 Birr Castle to Athlone

To check the bus and train schedule from Birr Castle to Athlone using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Birr Castle) and destination (Athlone), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Birr Castle to Athlone?

    The fastest way takes 112 minutes, using Bus line 847, Train line RAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Birr Castle and Athlone?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Birr Castle to Athlone?

    The 847 bus line goes from Birr station near Birr Castle in Birr to Tullamore Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Tullamore Station near Athlone in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Birr Castle to Athlone by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Birr Castle in Birr and Athlone in Ireland by bus and train is about 1 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Birr Castle to get to Athlone?

    Get on the 847 bus from the Birr stop near Birr Castle in Birr.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Birr Castle and Athlone?

    Get off the bus at the Tullamore Station, which is closest to Athlone in Ireland.

  • When is the last bus from Birr Castle to Athlone?

    The last bus from Birr Castle in Birr to Athlone in Ireland is the Athlone - Thurles line. It leaves the Birr stop at 11:21 PM.

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