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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Blackrock is to train which costs €14 - €22 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Blackrock is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Blackrock?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Blackrock. However, there are services departing from Arcadia and arriving at Frascati SC via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Blackrock?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Blackrock. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Blackrock via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Athlone to Blackrock?

The distance between Athlone and Blackrock is 139 km. The road distance is 131.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Blackrock without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs €14 - €22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Athlone to Blackrock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Blackrock bus from?

Athlone to Blackrock bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Arcadia station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Blackrock train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Blackrock?

The best way to get from Athlone to Blackrock is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs €14 - €22. Alternatively, you can bus and line 4 bus, which costs €17 - €23 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Athlone to Blackrock bus arrive?

Athlone to Blackrock bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate St station.

Where does the Athlone to Blackrock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Blackrock?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Blackrock is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Athlone to Blackrock.

Where can I stay near Blackrock?

There are 1085+ hotels available in Blackrock.

Athlone to Blackrock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 4 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to Blackrock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2h 9m
€15–21
Bus, line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Arcadia to Parkgate Stbus 763
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Frascati SCbus 4
2h 54m
€17–23
Drive 131.1 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Blackrockcar 131.1 km
1h 29m
€23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Barbican Gatebus 190
2. Take the bus from Trim to O'Connell St Upperbus 111 / ...
4h 15m
€36–47

Athlone to Blackrock by train, tram, and foot

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2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 138.7 km
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Blackrock, IE-D, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Athlone to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arcadia to Frascati SC via Parkgate St and Heuston Station in around 2h 54m.

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