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

The cheapest way to get from Castleisland to Athlone is to bus and train which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleisland to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Castleisland and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Castleisland to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Castleisland and arriving at Athlone Stn via Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Castleisland and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Castleisland to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Killarney and arriving at Athlone via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Castleisland to Athlone?

The distance between Castleisland and Athlone is 206 km. The road distance is 197.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Castleisland to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Castleisland to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castleisland to Athlone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castleisland to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Castleisland to Athlone?

The best way to get from Castleisland to Athlone is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Castleisland to Athlone bus arrive?

Castleisland to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Castleisland to Athlone train arrive?

Castleisland to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Castleisland to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleisland to Athlone is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Castleisland to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 80+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Castleisland to Limerick Colbertbus 14
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Athlone Stnbus 72
4h 58m
€36–51
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castleisland to Limerick Colbertbus 14
2. Take the train from Limerick to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Athenry to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
5h 22m
€30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Killarney to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
5h 17m
€37–53
Drive 197.1 km
1. Drive from Castleisland to Athlonecar 197.1 km
2h 28m
€34–49
Bus via Abbeyfeale
1. Take the bus from Abbeyfeale to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Kilmartin Ctrbus Ul06
6h 14m
€44–63

Castleisland to Athlone by bus

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4h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.5 km
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Castleisland to Athlone Stn via Limerick Colbert in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castleisland to Athlone via Killarney Bus Stn, Killarney, and Portarlington in around 5h 17m.

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