What is the cheapest way to get from Athlone to Fota Island?

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Fota Island is to bus and train which costs €24 - €35 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to Fota Island?

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Fota Island is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Fota Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Fota Island. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at IDA Carrigtwohill via Limerick Colbert and Cork Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Fota Island?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Fota Island. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Fota via Portarlington, Portlaoise and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Athlone to Fota Island?

The distance between Athlone and Fota Island is 272 km. The road distance is 207.2 km.

How do I travel from Athlone to Fota Island without a car?

The best way to get from Athlone to Fota Island without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs €26 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Athlone to Fota Island?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Athlone to Fota Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Fota Island bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Fota Island train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Fota Island?

The best way to get from Athlone to Fota Island is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Athlone to Fota Island bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athlone to Fota Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Fota Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Fota Island is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Athlone to Fota Island.

Where can I stay near Fota Island?

There are 355+ hotels available in Fota Island.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 19m
€26–40
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Corktrain Ic / ...
5h
€25–35
Drive 207.2 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Fota Islandcar 207.2 km
2h 38m
€36–51
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 52m
€49–67

Athlone to Fota Island by train

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Distance: 272.1 km
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Fota Island, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athlone to Fota via Portarlington, Portlaoise, and Cork in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to IDA Carrigtwohill via Limerick Colbert and Cork Bus Stn in around 5h 52m.

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