Bus from Waterford (Ireland) to Athlone
1 direct route · about 257 min · first bus 09:40, last bus 15:15 (weekdays).
Next buses to Athlone as of 07:54
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Waterford, 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 | ~257 min | 2 | Sat 2 · Sun 1 | 09:40 | 15:15 | Waterford Bus Stn | TUS East Campus | Kilkenny, Carlow, Portlaoise & Tullamore |
Times are for the first boarding point in Waterford 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 Waterford to Athlone?
The 73 (Bus Éireann) runs directly from Waterford to Athlone. Board at Waterford Bus Stn and get off at TUS East Campus; the journey takes about 257 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Waterford to Athlone?
Around 257 minutes on the 73, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Kilkenny, Carlow, Portlaoise, Tullamore on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Waterford to Athlone?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 09:40 and the last around 15:15. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Waterford 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.