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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Athlone is to train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Arcadia via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Athlone via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Belfast to Athlone?

The distance between Belfast and Athlone is 311 km. The road distance is 217.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Belfast to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Athlone bus from?

Belfast to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Grand Central Station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Athlone?

The best way to get from Belfast to Athlone is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs €35 - €160 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Belfast to Athlone bus arrive?

Belfast to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Belfast to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Athlone is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Belfast to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 80+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 27m
€32–47
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Arcadiabus 760 / ...
5h 20m
€36–155
Drive 217.3 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Athlonecar 217.3 km
2h 49m
€39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Cavan Bus Stationbus 271
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 466
5h 37m

Belfast to Athlone by train and tram

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4h 27mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 311.3 km
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Athlone via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station to Arcadia via Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Airport Zone 13 in around 5h 20m.

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