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

The cheapest way to get from Castleblayney to Athlone is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleblayney to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Castleblayney and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Castleblayney to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Castleblayney and arriving at Arcadia via Airport Zone 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Castleblayney and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Castleblayney to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Athlone via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Castleblayney to Athlone?

The distance between Castleblayney and Athlone is 243 km. The road distance is 131 km.

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

The best way to get from Castleblayney to Athlone without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 20m and costs €28 - €55.

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

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

Where do I catch the Castleblayney to Athlone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castleblayney to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Castleblayney to Athlone?

The best way to get from Castleblayney to Athlone is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs €45 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Castleblayney to Athlone bus arrive?

Castleblayney to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Where does the Castleblayney to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castleblayney to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleblayney to Athlone is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Castleblayney to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 75+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Castleblayney to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 20m
€29–52
Drive 131 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Castleblayney to Athlonecar 131 km
1h 51m
€23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
5h 33m
€45–66
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Castleblayney to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 11 to Arcadiabus 763
4h 43m
€32–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castleblayney to Drogheda Busbus 182
2. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus to Athlone Stnbus 190
5h 27m
€39–56

Castleblayney to Athlone by bus and train

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.5 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Castleblayney to Athlone via Dundalk Bus Stn, Saint Malachy's Vil, Dundalk, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castleblayney to Arcadia via Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Airport Zone 11 in around 4h 43m.

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