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How to get from Athlone to Portroe by bus?

Athlone to Portroe map

From Athlone to Portroe by bus

To get from Athlone to Portroe in Ireland, take the 72 bus from Athlone Station station to Birdhill station. Next, take the 323 bus from Birdhill station to Portroe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 58 min. The ride fare is €3.10.

178min€3.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7272
Bus - 323323
Leaves from Athlone Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Athlone Station
    ID 555101
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Limerick Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Birdhill
    ID 450201
    113 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Birdhill
    ID 155501
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 323323
    Wait for bus
    323
    Nenagh
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Portroe
    Ride to bus station
    Portroe
    ID 450181
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Athlone to Portroe by bus and train

To get from Athlone to Portroe in Ireland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RAIL train from Athlone station to Athenry station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RAIL train and finally take the 323 bus from Limerick (Bus Station) station to Portroe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 34 min.

454min
Walk to train station
Train - RAILRAIL
Train - RAILRAIL
Bus - 323323
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Athlone
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Galway (Ceannt)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Athenry
    41 min
  • 4
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Limerick (Colbert)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Limerick (Colbert)
    90 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Limerick (Bus Station)
    ID 635041
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 323323
    Wait for bus
    323
    Nenagh
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Portroe
    Ride to bus station
    Portroe
    ID 450181
    70 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Athlone to Portroe

The distance between Athlone, Ireland and Portroe, Ireland is approximately 117.39 km, which can typically be travelled in 178 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Athlone to Portroe by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Athlone

Athlone is located at Athlone, Ireland and the nearest public transit station is Northgate St.

Train stations close to Athlone:

  • Athlone

Bus stations close to Athlone:

  • Northgate St
  • Radisson Hotel
  • Luan Gallery

Public transit stations close to Portroe, Ireland

Portroe is located at Portroe, Ireland and the nearest public transit station is Portroe.

Bus stations close to Portroe:

  • Portroe

Athlone to Portroe map

From Athlone to Portroe by bus and train

To get from Athlone to Portroe in Ireland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RAIL train from Athlone station to Athenry station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RAIL train and finally take the 323 bus from Limerick (Bus Station) station to Portroe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 34 min.

454min
Walk to train station
Train - RAILRAIL
Train - RAILRAIL
Bus - 323323
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Athlone
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Galway (Ceannt)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Athenry
    41 min
  • 4
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Limerick (Colbert)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Limerick (Colbert)
    90 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Limerick (Bus Station)
    ID 635041
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 323323
    Wait for bus
    323
    Nenagh
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Portroe
    Ride to bus station
    Portroe
    ID 450181
    70 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 178 minutes, using Bus line 72, Bus line 323.

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

    The alternative route takes 454 minutes, using Bus line RAIL, Bus line RAIL, Bus line 323.

  • Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Portroe in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 58 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Athlone to Portroe in Ireland?

    The 72 bus line goes from Athlone Station station near Athlone to Limerick Bus Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Limerick Bus Station station near Portroe in Ireland

  • How long does it take to travel from Athlone to Portroe in Ireland by bus?

    The total travel time between Athlone and Portroe in Ireland by bus is about 2 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Athlone to get to Portroe in Ireland?

    Get on the 72 bus from the Athlone Station stop near Athlone in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Athlone and Portroe in Ireland?

    Get off the bus at the Limerick Bus Station stop, which is closest to Portroe in Ireland.

  • How much is the bus fare from Athlone to Portroe?

    The ride from Athlone to Portroe costs €3.10.

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