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

The cheapest way to get from Armagh to Athlone is to drive which costs €27 - €40 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Armagh to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Armagh and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Armagh station to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Armagh Bus Station and arriving at Athlone Stn via Cavan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Armagh and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Armagh to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Portadown and arriving at Athlone via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Armagh to Athlone?

The distance between Armagh and Athlone is 173 km. The road distance is 154.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Armagh to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 4h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Armagh to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Armagh to Athlone bus from?

Armagh to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Armagh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Armagh to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Armagh to Athlone?

The best way to get from Armagh to Athlone is to bus which takes 4h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Armagh to Athlone bus arrive?

Armagh to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Cavan Bus Station.

Where does the Armagh to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Armagh to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Armagh to Athlone is 154 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Armagh to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 80+ hotels available in Athlone.

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There are 3 ways to get from Armagh to Athlone by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Armagh Bus Station to Cavan Bus Stationbus 271
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 466
4h 27m
Drive 154.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Armagh to Athlonecar 154.1 km
2h 5m
€28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Portadown to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 36m
€29–43

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Distance: 172.8 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Armagh, Northern Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Armagh Bus Station to Athlone Stn via Cavan Bus Stn in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Armagh Bus Station to Athlone via Portadown Train Station [bus stop], Portadown, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 36m.

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