Bus from Kilkenny to Athlone
1 direct route · about 178 min · first bus 10:48, last bus 16:34 (weekdays).
Next buses to Athlone as of 09:29
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Kilkenny, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | Bus Éireann | ~178 min | 2 | Sat 2 · Sun 1 | 10:48 | 16:34 | Kilkenny Stn | TUS East Campus | Carlow, Portlaoise & Tullamore |
Times are for the first boarding point in Kilkenny 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 73 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Kilkenny to Athlone?
The 73 (Bus Éireann) runs directly from Kilkenny to Athlone. Board at Kilkenny Stn and get off at TUS East Campus; the journey takes about 178 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Kilkenny to Athlone?
Around 178 minutes on the 73, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Carlow, Portlaoise, Tullamore on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Kilkenny to Athlone?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 10:48 and the last around 16:34. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Kilkenny 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.