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

The cheapest way to get from Arklow to Athlone is to train which costs €20 - €30 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arklow to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Arklow and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Arklow to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Ferrybank and arriving at Arcadia via Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Arklow and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Arklow to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Arklow and arriving at Athlone via Abbey St. and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Arklow to Athlone?

The distance between Arklow and Athlone is 205 km. The road distance is 156.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Arklow to Athlone without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 53m and costs €27 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Arklow to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arklow to Athlone bus from?

Arklow to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ferrybank station.

Where do I catch the Arklow to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Arklow to Athlone?

The best way to get from Arklow to Athlone is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €20 - €30 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Arklow to Athlone bus arrive?

Arklow to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Clare Street station.

Where does the Arklow to Athlone train arrive?

Arklow to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tara Street station.

Can I drive from Arklow to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Arklow to Athlone is 157 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Arklow to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 71+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ferrybank to Beresford Placebus 740A
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 53m
€28–40
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Arklow to Tara Streettrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 22m
€20–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferrybank to Clare Streetbus 2
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Arcadiabus 763
4h 18m
€28–41
Drive 156.6 km
1. Drive from Arklow to Athlonecar 156.6 km
2h 26m
€28–40
Bus, train via Arklow
1. Take the bus from Arklow to Custom Hse Quaybus 2
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 58m
€26–39

Arklow to Athlone by bus, tram, and train

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3h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.4 km
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Arklow, IE-WW, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Ferrybank to Arcadia via Clare Street and Crampton Quay in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Arklow to Athlone via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 22m.

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