What is the cheapest way to get from Athlone to Croke Park?

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Croke Park is to train which costs €12 - €19 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to Croke Park?

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Croke Park is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Croke Park?

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 and Croke Park?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Croke Park. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Busáras via Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Athlone to Croke Park?

The distance between Athlone and Croke Park is 133 km. The road distance is 125 km.

How do I travel from Athlone to Croke Park without a car?

The best way to get from Athlone to Croke Park without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €12 - €19.

How long does it take to get from Athlone to Croke Park?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Athlone to Croke Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Croke Park bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Croke Park train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Croke Park?

The best way to get from Athlone to Croke Park is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €12 - €19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €20 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Athlone to Croke Park bus arrive?

Athlone to Croke Park bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Athlone to Croke Park train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Croke Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Croke Park is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Athlone to Croke Park.

Where can I stay near Croke Park?

There are 1247+ hotels available in Croke Park.

Athlone to Croke Park - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2h 4m
€13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcadia to Bachelors Walkbus 763
2h 35m
€14–20
Drive 125 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Croke Parkcar 125 km
1h 20m
€22–31
Bus via Navan
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Navanbus 190
2. Take the bus from Navan to O'Connell St Upperbus Nx / ...
3h 56m
€34–47

Athlone to Croke Park by train, tram, and foot

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Distance: 133.1 km
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Croke Park, 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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