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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Newgrange is to drive which costs €20 - €30 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Newgrange is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Newgrange?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Newgrange. However, there are services departing from Golden Island and arriving at Slane via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Newgrange?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Newgrange. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Drogheda via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Athlone to Newgrange?

The distance between Athlone and Newgrange is 125 km. The road distance is 120.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Newgrange without a car is to bus which takes 2h 44m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Athlone to Newgrange, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Newgrange bus from?

Athlone to Newgrange bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Golden Island station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Newgrange train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Newgrange?

The best way to get from Athlone to Newgrange is to bus which takes 2h 44m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €55 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the Athlone to Newgrange bus arrive?

Athlone to Newgrange bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Slane station.

Where does the Athlone to Newgrange train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Newgrange?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Newgrange is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Athlone to Newgrange.

Where can I stay near Newgrange?

There are 177+ hotels available in Newgrange.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Athlone to Newgrange by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Slanebus 190
2h 44m
€35–45
Drive 120.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Athlone to Newgrangecar 120.4 km
1h 35m
€21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
2h 58m
€40–54

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Distance: 124.9 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Golden Island to Slane every 2 hours. Tickets cost €21–29 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athlone to Newgrange via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Drogheda in around 2h 58m.

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