Bus from Longford (Ireland) to Athlone
2 direct routes · about 65 min · first bus 07:20, last bus 21:02 (weekdays).
Next buses to Athlone
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Longford, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at | Get off at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 466 | Bus Éireann | ~65 min | 6 | 07:29 | 21:02 | Knockahaw | Clonbrusk |
| AI01 | Farrelly's Coaches | ~60 min | 1 | 07:20 | 07:20 | Ballymahon St | TUS North Gate |
Times are for the first boarding point in Longford 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 466 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Longford to Athlone?
2 routes run directly from Longford to Athlone: the 466 (Bus Éireann), the AI01 (Farrelly's Coaches). The most frequent is the 466, 6 times each weekday — board at Knockahaw and get off at Clonbrusk, about 65 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Longford to Athlone?
Around 65 minutes on the 466, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Longford to Athlone?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 07:20 and the last around 21:02. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Longford 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.