How to get from Athlone to University of Limerick by bus and train?

From Athlone to University of Limerick by bus and train

To get from Athlone to University of Limerick in Ardnacrusha, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the RAIL train from Athlone station to Galway (Ceannt) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 251 bus and finally take the 304 bus from Henry Street station to Kemmy Business School station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Athlone may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to University of Limerick on the Moovit app.

210min
Train - RAILRAIL
Bus - 251251
Bus - 304304
Walk to University of Limerick
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Athlone
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Galway (Ceannt)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Galway (Ceannt)
    63 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Galway Coach Stn
    ID 511201
    250 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 251251
    Wait for bus
    251
    Cork Airport
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Henry Street
    ID 608041
    90 min
  • 7
    Bus - 304304
    Wait for bus
    304
    University
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kemmy Business School
    ID 607621
    27 min
  • 9
    Walk to University of Limerick
    Walk to
    University of Limerick
    University of Limerick, Garraun, Limerick, Ireland
    1.1 km • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Athlone to University of Limerick

The distance between Athlone, Ardnacrusha and University of Limerick, Ardnacrusha is approximately 184.62 km, which can typically be travelled in 210 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Athlone to University of Limerick by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ardnacrusha – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Athlone to University of Limerick

To check the bus and train schedule from Athlone to University of Limerick using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Athlone) and destination (University of Limerick), 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 Athlone to University of Limerick?

    The fastest way takes 210 minutes, using Train line RAIL, Bus line 251, Bus line 304.

  • Is there a direct train between Athlone and University of Limerick?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 30 min.

  • Which train line goes from Athlone to University of Limerick?

    The RAIL train line goes from Galway (Ceannt) station near Athlone in Ireland to Galway Coach Stn station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Galway Coach Stn station near University of Limerick in Ardnacrusha.

  • How long does it take to travel from Athlone to University of Limerick by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Athlone in Ireland and University of Limerick in Ardnacrusha by train and bus is about 3 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Athlone to get to University of Limerick?

    Get on the RAIL train from the Galway (Ceannt) station near Athlone in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Athlone and University of Limerick?

    Get off the train at the Galway Coach Stn stop, which is closest to University of Limerick in Ardnacrusha.

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