Bus from Nenagh to Athlone
1 direct route · about 84 min · first bus 12:16, last bus 18:46 (weekdays).
Next buses to Athlone as of 08:03
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Nenagh, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | Bus Éireann | ~84 min | 3 | Sat 3 · Sun 2 | 12:16 | 18:46 | Nenagh | TUS East Campus | Birr |
Times are for the first boarding point in Nenagh 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 72 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Nenagh to Athlone?
The 72 (Bus Éireann) runs directly from Nenagh to Athlone. Board at Nenagh and get off at TUS East Campus; the journey takes about 84 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Nenagh to Athlone?
Around 84 minutes on the 72, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Birr on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Nenagh to Athlone?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 12:16 and the last around 18:46. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Nenagh 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.