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

The cheapest way to get from Celbridge to Athlone is to bus and train which costs €13 - €20 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Celbridge to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs €18 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Celbridge and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Celbridge to Athlone. However, there are services departing from English Row and arriving at Arcadia via Liffey Valley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Celbridge and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Celbridge to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Hazelhatch and arriving at Athlone via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Celbridge to Athlone?

The distance between Celbridge and Athlone is 128 km. The road distance is 105.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Celbridge to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 2h 56m and costs €16 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Celbridge to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Celbridge to Athlone bus from?

Celbridge to Athlone bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Liffey Valley station.

Where do I catch the Celbridge to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Celbridge to Athlone?

The best way to get from Celbridge to Athlone is to bus which takes 2h 56m and costs €16 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €20 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Celbridge to Athlone bus arrive?

Celbridge to Athlone bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Arcadia station.

Where does the Celbridge to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Celbridge to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Celbridge to Athlone is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Celbridge to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 75+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Liffey Valley to Arcadiabus 763
2h 56m
€17–23
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chestnut Grove to Heuston Stationbus C4 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 6m
€14–20
Drive 105.3 km
1. Drive from Celbridge to Athlonecar 105.3 km
1h 6m
€18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Hazelhatch to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 12m
€14–20
Bus via An Muileann gCearr
1. Take the bus from Maynooth Station to Mullingar Stnbus 115 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mullingar Stn to Athlone Stnbus 819
4h 41m
€32–45

Celbridge to Athlone by bus

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Distance: 127.8 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

Citylink operates a bus from Liffey Valley to Arcadia every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Celbridge Main St to Athlone via Hazelhatch Station, Hazelhatch, and Portarlington in around 3h 12m.

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