Limerick to Athlone Train

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Limerick to Athlone by train

The journey from Limerick to Athlone by train is 60.08 mi and takes 3 hrs 28 mins. There are 19 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:55 and the last at 19:50. It is possible to travel from Limerick to Athlone by train for as little as £15.12 or as much as £35.62. The best price for this journey is £15.12.

Lowest Price	£15.12
Journey Duration	3 hrs 28 mins
Connection per Day	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail 19
Lowest Price	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail £15.12
Highest Price	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail £35.62
First Departure	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail 05:55
Last Departure	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail 19:50
Distance	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail 60.08 mi
Departure	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail Limerick
Arrival	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail Athlone
Carriers	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Limerick to Athlone

The cheapest Limerick - Athlone train tickets can be found for as low as £3.04 if you’re lucky, or £3.94 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £5.06.

Find the best day to travel to Athlone by train

When travelling to Athlone by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Limerick to Athlone CO2 Emissions by Train

Train

6.77kg

Bus

7.25kg

Flight

19.34kg

Car

15.47kg

What are the CO2 emissions from Limerick to Athlone by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Limerick and Athlone are 6.77kg.

How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Limerick and Athlone? By taking the train between Limerick and Athlone you will save 12.57kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.48kg compared to a bus and 8.7kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Limerick to Athlone?

A train ticket from Limerick to Athlone is £17.33. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £15.12.

What's the cheapest train ticket from Limerick to Athlone?

The cheapest ticket you can get from Limerick to Athlone is £15.12. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.

What's the distance between Limerick and Athlone by train?

Limerick to Athlone is 60.08 mi.

How long does the train between Limerick and Athlone take?

Limerick to Athlone is on average 3 hrs 28 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 29 mins.

How many train connections per day go from Limerick to Athlone?

Limerick to Athlone has 19 connection(s) per day on average.

What time does the first train from Limerick to Athlone leave?

The earliest train from Limerick to Athlone departs at 05:55. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

What time does the last train from Limerick to Athlone depart?

The latest train from Limerick to Athlone departs at 19:50. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

Should I book my ticket from Limerick to Athlone in advance?

If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £15.12 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.

What's the fastest journey time between Limerick to Athlone by train?

The fastest journey time by train between Limerick and Athlone is 2 hrs 29 mins.

Is there a direct train from Limerick to Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct train between Limerick and Athlone.

What are the CO2 emissions for Limerick to Athlone by train?

The train journey from Limerick to Athlone creates 6.77kg of CO2 emissions.

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