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How to get fromAthlone to Fernsby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain train Ic / ...
    2. Take the bus from Merrion Square to Fernsbus bus 740
    4h 1m
    €31–43

  2. Drive  154.8 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Athlone to Fernscar car 154.8 km
    2h 11m
    €28–40

  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain train Ic / ...
    2. Take the train from Tara Street to Arklowtrain train Ic
    5h 48m
    €32–45

  4. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Arcadia to Bachelors Walkbus bus 763
    2. Take the bus from Merrion Square to Fernsbus bus 740
    4h 33m
    €31–44

Athlone to Ferns by train and bus

Calendar112Weekly Services
Duration4h 1mAverage Duration
Ticket€31Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 237.9 km
  • Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Ferns via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., Tara Street, Arklow, and Arklow W in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arcadia to Ferns via Bachelors Walk and Merrion Square in around 4h 33m.

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