Bus from Athlone to Limerick
1 direct route · about 137 min · first bus 07:53, last bus 17:54 (weekdays).
Next buses to Limerick as of 03:49
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Athlone, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | Bus Éireann | ~137 min | 3 | Sat 3 · Sun 2 | 07:53 | 17:54 | TUS East Campus | Limerick Colbert | Birr & Nenagh |
Times are for the first boarding point in Athlone on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 72 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Athlone to Limerick?
The 72 (Bus Éireann) runs directly from Athlone to Limerick. Board at TUS East Campus and get off at Limerick Colbert; the journey takes about 137 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Athlone to Limerick?
Around 137 minutes on the 72, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Birr, Nenagh on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Athlone to Limerick?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 07:53 and the last around 17:54. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Athlone to Limerick?
Fares follow the National Transport Authority's fare structure — a TFI Leap Card is significantly cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on most services.