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

The cheapest way to get from Aughrim to Athlone is to bus and train which costs €16 - €25 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aughrim to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Aughrim and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Aughrim to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Aughrim and arriving at Athlone Stn via Carlow Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Aughrim and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Aughrim to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Arklow and arriving at Athlone via Abbey St. and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Aughrim to Athlone?

The distance between Aughrim and Athlone is 179 km. The road distance is 141.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Aughrim to Athlone without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 20m and costs €16 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Aughrim to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aughrim to Athlone bus from?

Aughrim to Athlone bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, depart from Aughrim station.

Where do I catch the Aughrim to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Aughrim to Athlone?

The best way to get from Aughrim to Athlone is to bus which takes 4h 38m and costs €24 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Aughrim to Athlone bus arrive?

Aughrim to Athlone bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, arrive at Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where does the Aughrim to Athlone train arrive?

Aughrim to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tara Street station.

Can I drive from Aughrim to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Aughrim to Athlone is 142 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Aughrim to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 72+ hotels available in Athlone.

Aughrim to Athlone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aughrim to Athlone by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Aughrim to Carlow Stationbus 800
2. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Kildare to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 20m
€17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aughrim to Carlow Bus Stnbus 800
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
4h 38m
€25–34
Drive 141.9 km
1. Drive from Aughrim to Athlonecar 141.9 km
2h 12m
€25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Arklow to Tara Streettrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
5h 22m
€23–33

Aughrim to Athlone by bus and train

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.6 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Aughrim, IE-WW, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Aughrim to Athlone Stn via Carlow Bus Stn in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aughrim to Athlone via Arklow W, Arklow, Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 22m.

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