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

The cheapest way to get from Blessington to Athlone is to line 885 bus and train which costs €12 - €20 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blessington to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Blessington and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Blessington to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Blessington and arriving at Arcadia via Tallaght Luas and Liffey Valley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Blessington to Athlone?

The distance between Blessington and Athlone is 118 km. The road distance is 115.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Blessington to Athlone without a car is to line 885 bus and train which takes 2h 35m and costs €12 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Blessington to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blessington to Athlone bus from?

Blessington to Athlone bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, depart from Tallaght Luas station.

Where does the Blessington to Athlone bus arrive?

Blessington to Athlone bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, arrive at Liffey Valley SC station.

Can I drive from Blessington to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Blessington to Athlone is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Blessington to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 74+ hotels available in Athlone.

Blessington to Athlone - 3 ways to travel via train, line 885 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 885 bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Blessington Business Park to Sallins Stationbus 885 / ...
2. Take the train from Sallins to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2h 35m
€13–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tallaght Luas to Liffey Valley SCbus W2
2. Take the bus from Liffey Valley to Arcadiabus 763
3h 55m
€20–26
Drive 115.5 km
1. Drive from Blessington to Athlonecar 115.5 km
1h 33m
€20–29

Blessington to Athlone by bus and train

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2h 35mAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.5 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Blessington to Arcadia via Tallaght Luas, Liffey Valley SC, and Liffey Valley in around 3h 55m.

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