The average train between Athlone and Bangor takes 5h 52m and the fastest train takes 5h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Athlone to Bangor. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Athlone and Bangor. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athlone is at 4:13 PM which arrives into Bangor at 9:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 15m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Athlone to Bangor? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Bangor. However, there are services departing from Athlone station and arriving at Belfast Grand Central station via Dublin Heuston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.
Athlone to Bangor train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athlone station.
Athlone to Bangor train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.
The distance between Athlone and Bangor is 202.2 km. The road distance is 238 km.
You can take a train from Athlone to Bangor via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Great Central in around 5h 22m.