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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Douglas is to bus and train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Douglas is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Douglas?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Douglas. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Douglas East via Limerick Colbert and South Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Douglas?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Douglas. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Athlone to Douglas?

The distance between Athlone and Douglas is 265 km. The road distance is 210.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Douglas without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Athlone to Douglas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Douglas bus from?

Athlone to Douglas bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Stn station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Douglas train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Douglas?

The best way to get from Athlone to Douglas is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Athlone to Douglas bus arrive?

Athlone to Douglas bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Athlone to Douglas train arrive?

Athlone to Douglas train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Douglas is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Athlone to Douglas.

Where can I stay near Douglas?

There are 315+ hotels available in Douglas.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 14m
€33–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Corktrain Ic / ...
5h 21m
€33–45
Drive 210.5 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Douglascar 210.5 km
2h 29m
€38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 72
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
5h 24m
€47–66

Athlone to Douglas by train, foot, and bus

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4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.9 km
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Douglas, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athlone to Clermont Avenue via Portarlington, Portlaoise, Cork, and South Mall in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Douglas East via Limerick Colbert, Cork Bus Stn, and South Mall in around 5h 24m.

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