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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Portadown is to train which costs £25 - £40 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Portadown is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Portadown?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Portadown station. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Portadown Train Station [bus stop] via Cavan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Portadown?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Portadown. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Portadown via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Athlone to Portadown?

The distance between Athlone and Portadown is 169 miles. The road distance is 107 miles.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Portadown without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £25 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Athlone to Portadown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Portadown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Portadown train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Portadown?

The best way to get from Athlone to Portadown is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Athlone to Portadown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athlone to Portadown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Portadown?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Portadown is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Athlone to Portadown.

Where can I stay near Portadown?

There are 182+ hotels available in Portadown.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadowntrain Ic
3h 59m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Cavan Bus Stnbus 466
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Portadown Train Station [bus stop]bus 270
5h 12m
Drive 106.4 mi
1. Drive from Athlone to Portadowncar 106.4 mi
2h 20m
£27–38

Athlone to Portadown by train and tram

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3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Portadown via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Portadown Train Station [bus stop] via Cavan Bus Station in around 5h 12m.

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