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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Wicklow is to train which costs €17 - €27 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Wicklow is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Wicklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Wicklow. However, there are services departing from Arcadia and arriving at Grand Hotel via Liffey Valley SC and Ashford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Wicklow?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Wicklow. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Wicklow via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Athlone to Wicklow?

The distance between Athlone and Wicklow is 174 km. The road distance is 171.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Wicklow without a car is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs €28 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Athlone to Wicklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Wicklow bus from?

Athlone to Wicklow bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Arcadia station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Wicklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Wicklow?

The best way to get from Athlone to Wicklow is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs €28 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €27 and takes 4h.

Where does the Athlone to Wicklow bus arrive?

Athlone to Wicklow bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Liffey Valley SC station.

Where does the Athlone to Wicklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Wicklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Wicklow is 172 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Athlone to Wicklow.

Where can I stay near Wicklow?

There are 111+ hotels available in Wicklow.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Arcadia to Liffey Valley SCbus 763
2. Take the bus from Liffey Valley SC to Ashfordbus 1414b
3h 35m
€28–39
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Wicklowtrain Re / ...
4h
€18–26
Train, bus via Dublin
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Merrion Square to Grand Hotelbus 740 / ...
3h 50m
€30–40
Drive 171.5 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Wicklowcar 171.5 km
1h 47m
€30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Colley Rowbus 133
4h
€28–39

Athlone to Wicklow by train and bus

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Distance: 173.8 km
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Arcadia to Grand Hotel via Liffey Valley SC and Ashford in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athlone to Wicklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 4h.

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