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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Magherafelt is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Magherafelt is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Magherafelt?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Magherafelt. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Union Road via Cavan Bus Stn and Monaghan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Athlone to Magherafelt?

The distance between Athlone and Magherafelt is 233 miles. The road distance is 122 miles.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Magherafelt without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Athlone to Magherafelt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Magherafelt bus from?

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

Where does the Athlone to Magherafelt bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Magherafelt?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Magherafelt is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Athlone to Magherafelt.

Where can I stay near Magherafelt?

There are 173+ hotels available in Magherafelt.

Athlone to Magherafelt - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Athlone to Magherafelt 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 train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 7 to Magherafelt Bus Stationbus 210
6h 26m
Drive 121.3 mi
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1. Drive from Athlone to Magherafeltcar 121.3 mi
2h 43m
£30–44
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 Station to Union Roadbus 278
6h 30m

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Distance: 231.5 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Magherafelt, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Union Road via Cavan Bus Stn, Monaghan Bus Stn, and Monaghan Bus Station in around 6h 30m.

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