What is the cheapest way to get from Ardee to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Ardee to Athlone is to drive which costs €19 - €29 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ardee to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from Ardee to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Ardee and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ardee to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Ardee and arriving at Golden Island via Mullingar Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Ardee and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Ardee to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Athlone via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Ardee to Athlone?

The distance between Ardee and Athlone is 206 km. The road distance is 118 km.

How do I travel from Ardee to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from Ardee to Athlone without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 28m and costs €25 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Ardee to Athlone?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Ardee to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ardee to Athlone bus from?

Ardee to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Ardee station.

Where do I catch the Ardee to Athlone train from?

Ardee to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dundalk station.

Train or bus from Ardee to Athlone?

The best way to get from Ardee to Athlone is to bus via An Muileann gCearr which takes 3h 56m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Ardee to Athlone bus arrive?

Ardee to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Mullingar Stn station.

Where does the Ardee to Athlone train arrive?

Ardee to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Ardee to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ardee to Athlone is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Ardee to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 77+ hotels available in Athlone.

Ardee to Athlone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ardee to Athlone by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ardee N33 to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 28m
€26–49
Drive 118 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ardee to Athlonecar 118 km
1h 45m
€20–29
Bus via An Muileann gCearr
1. Take the bus from Ardee to Mullingar Stnbus 167
2. Take the bus from Mullingar Stn to Golden Islandbus 819
3h 56m
€22–33
Train
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 4m
€36–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus to Athlone Stnbus 190
4h 48m
€35–51

Ardee to Athlone by bus and train

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3h 28mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.6 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Ardee, IE-LH, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Ardee to Golden Island via Mullingar Stn in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ardee to Athlone via Saint Malachy's Vil, Dundalk, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 4m.

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