🚌 Bus from Carlow to Athlone
1 direct route · about 140 min · first bus 11:21, last bus 17:12 (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 | ~140 min | 2 | 11:21 | 17:12 | SETU Carlow |
Times are for the first boarding point in Carlow 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 Carlow to Athlone?
The 73 (Bus Éireann) runs directly from Carlow to Athlone.
How long does the bus take from Carlow to Athlone?
Around 140 minutes on the 73, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Carlow to Athlone?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 73) leaves around 11:21 and the last around 17:12. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Carlow to Athlone?
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.