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

The cheapest way to get from Blacklion to Athlone is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blacklion to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Blacklion and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Blacklion to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Blacklion and arriving at Athlone Stn via Enniskillen Bus and Cavan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Blacklion to Athlone?

The distance between Blacklion and Athlone is 166 km. The road distance is 119.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Blacklion to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs €40 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Blacklion to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blacklion to Athlone bus from?

Blacklion to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Enniskillen Bus station.

Where does the Blacklion to Athlone bus arrive?

Blacklion to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Cavan Bus Stn station.

Can I drive from Blacklion to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Blacklion to Athlone is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Blacklion to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 68+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus to Cavan Bus Stnbus 30
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 466
5h 10m
€44–59
Drive 119.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Blacklion to Athlonecar 119.9 km
1h 43m
€23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Blacklion to Sligo Bus Stnbus 458
2. Take the train from Sligo to Longfordtrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Longford Stn to Athlone Stnbus 466 / ...
5h 14m
€36–51

Blacklion to Athlone by bus

42Weekly Buses

5h 10mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.2 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Blacklion, Ulster, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Blacklion to Athlone Stn via Enniskillen Bus and Cavan Bus Stn in around 5h 10m.

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