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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Lifford is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Lifford is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Lifford?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Lifford. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Lifford via Cavan Bus Stn and Monaghan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Lifford?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Lifford. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Londonderry via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Athlone to Lifford?

The distance between Athlone and Lifford is 342 km. The road distance is 188.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Lifford without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 7m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Athlone to Lifford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Lifford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Lifford train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Lifford?

The best way to get from Athlone to Lifford is to train which takes 8h 36m and costs €55 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Athlone to Lifford bus arrive?

Athlone to Lifford bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Cavan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Athlone to Lifford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Lifford?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Lifford is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Athlone to Lifford.

Where can I stay near Lifford?

There are 323+ hotels available in Lifford.

Athlone to Lifford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Athlone to Lifford by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Parnell Square Nth to Liffordbus 932 / ...
6h 7m
€36–47
Drive 188.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Athlone to Liffordcar 188.8 km
2h 30m
€33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderrytrain Re
8h 36m
€59–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Cavan Bus Stnbus 466
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Monaghan Bus Stnbus 175 / ...
3. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Stn to Liffordbus 32
6h 34m
€38–67
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Arcadia to Airport Zone 11bus 763
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 12 to Liffordbus 32
6h 40m
€38–56

Athlone to Lifford by train, tram, foot, and bus

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6h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 342.3 km
Duration: 6h 7m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Strabane Bus Station via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Grand Central, Londonderry, Duke Street, and Foyle Street Bus Station in around 8h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Lifford via Cavan Bus Stn and Monaghan Bus Stn in around 6h 34m.

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