Bus from Kildare to Athy
2 direct routes · about 35 min · first bus 07:25, last bus 18:20 (weekdays).
Next buses to Athy as of 07:45
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Kildare, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 883 | TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin | ~35 min | 4 | Sat 6 · no Sunday buses | 09:29 | 18:20 | Kildare Vllge | Athy | — |
| IW02 | JJ Kavanagh | ~33 min | 1 | weekdays only | 07:25 | 07:25 | Kildare | Athy West | — |
Times are for the first boarding point in Kildare 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 883 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Kildare to Athy?
2 routes run directly from Kildare to Athy: the 883 (TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin), the IW02 (JJ Kavanagh). The most frequent is the 883, 4 times each weekday — board at Kildare Vllge and get off at Athy, about 35 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Kildare to Athy?
Around 35 minutes on the 883, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Kildare to Athy?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 07:25 and the last around 18:20. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Kildare to Athy?
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.