🚌 Bus from Athlone to Waterford
1 direct route · about 256 min · first bus 09:15, last bus 15:00 (weekdays).
💷 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. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | Bus Éireann | ~256 min | 2 | 09:15 | 15:00 | Athlone Stn |
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Athlone to Waterford?
The 73 (Bus Éireann) runs directly from Athlone to Waterford.
How long does the bus take from Athlone to Waterford?
Around 256 minutes on the 73, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Athlone to Waterford?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 73) leaves around 09:15 and the last around 15:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Athlone to Waterford?
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.