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10/03/2026
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Cobh to Athlone by train

The journey from Cobh to Athlone by train is 177.03 km and takes 5 hrs 22 mins. There are 5 connections per day, with the first departure at 09:30 and the last at 16:30. It is possible to travel from Cobh to Athlone by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 5 hrs 22 mins
Connection per Day 5
First Departure 09:30
Last Departure 16:30
Distance 177.03 km
Departure Cobh
Arrival Athlone
Carriers Irish Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Cobh to Athlone

The cheapest Cobh - Athlone train tickets can be found for as low as €3.57 if you’re lucky, or €5.69 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €7.70.

Find the best day to travel to Athlone by train

When travelling to Athlone by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Cobh to Athlone CO2 Emissions by Train

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12.39kg
Bus
13.28kg
Flight
35.41kg
Car
28.32kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cobh to Athlone by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cobh and Athlone are 12.39kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cobh and Athlone? By taking the train between Cobh and Athlone you will save 23.02kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.89kg compared to a bus and 15.93kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Cobh and Athlone by train?
Cobh to Athlone is 177.03 km.
How long does the train between Cobh and Athlone take?
Cobh to Athlone is on average 5 hrs 22 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 38 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Cobh to Athlone?
Cobh to Athlone has 5 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cobh to Athlone leave?
The earliest train from Cobh to Athlone departs at 09:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Cobh to Athlone depart?
The latest train from Cobh to Athlone departs at 16:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Cobh to Athlone by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cobh and Athlone is 4 hrs 38 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cobh to Athlone?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cobh and Athlone.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cobh to Athlone by train?
The train journey from Cobh to Athlone creates 12.39kg of CO2 emissions.

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