What is the cheapest way to get from Athlone (Station) to Dublin?

The cheapest way to get from Athlone (Station) to Dublin is to train which costs €11 - €17 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athlone (Station) to Dublin?

The fastest way to get from Athlone (Station) to Dublin is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone (Station) and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Arcadia and arriving at Bachelors Walk. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone (Station) and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Athlone and arriving at Dublin Heuston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Athlone (Station) to Dublin?

The distance between Athlone (Station) and Dublin is 129 km. The road distance is 123.9 km.

How do I travel from Athlone (Station) to Dublin without a car?

The best way to get from Athlone (Station) to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs €11 - €17.

How long does it take to get from Athlone (Station) to Dublin?

The train from Athlone to Dublin Heuston takes 1h 29m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Athlone (Station) to Dublin bus from?

Athlone (Station) to Dublin bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Arcadia station.

Where do I catch the Athlone (Station) to Dublin train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone (Station) to Dublin?

The best way to get from Athlone (Station) to Dublin is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs €11 - €17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €20 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Athlone (Station) to Dublin bus arrive?

Athlone (Station) to Dublin bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Athlone (Station) to Dublin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone (Station) to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone (Station) to Dublin is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Athlone (Station) to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1244+ hotels available in Dublin.

Athlone (Station) to Dublin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Athlone (Station) to Dublin by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
1h 29m
€11–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcadia to Bachelors Walkbus 763
2h 22m
€14–20
Drive 123.9 km
1. Drive from Athlone (Station) to Dublincar 123.9 km
1h 19m
€21–31
Bus via Navan
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Navanbus 190
2. Take the bus from Navan to Wilton Terracebus Nx
4h 10m
€36–47

Athlone (Station) to Dublin by train

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Distance: 128.8 km
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Athlone (Station), Ireland and Dublin, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Athlone to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Arcadia to Bachelors Walk every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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