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

The cheapest way to get from Clane to Athlone is to train which costs €10 - €16 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Clane to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Clane and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Clane to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Clane and arriving at Arcadia via Liffey Valley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Clane and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Clane to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Sallins and arriving at Athlone via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Clane to Athlone?

The distance between Clane and Athlone is 106 km. The road distance is 100.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Clane to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €10 - €16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Clane to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clane to Athlone bus from?

Clane to Athlone bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, depart from Clane station.

Where do I catch the Clane to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Clane to Athlone?

The best way to get from Clane to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €10 - €16. Alternatively, you can line 120 bus and bus, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Clane to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Clane to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Clane to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Clane to Athlone is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Clane to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 70+ hotels available in Athlone.

Clane to Athlone - 5 ways to travel via train, line 120 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sallins to Athlonetrain Ic
2h 31m
€10–15
Line 120 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Clane to Liffey Valley SCbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liffey Valley to Arcadiabus 763
3h 24m
€16–22
Drive 100.2 km
1. Drive from Clane to Athlonecar 100.2 km
1h 10m
€18–26
Train via Portarlington
1. Take the train from Sallins to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 4m
€11–17
Line 120 bus, bus via Tullamore
1. Take the bus from Clane to Edenderry JKL Stbus 120
2. Take the bus from Edenderry JKL St to Tullamore Collbus
3. Take the bus from Tullamore to Athlone Stnbus 815
4h 39m
€18–23

Clane to Athlone by bus and train

6Weekly Services

2h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 105.7 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Sallins to Athlone 6 times a week. Tickets cost €9–14 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clane to Arcadia via Liffey Valley SC and Liffey Valley in around 3h 24m.

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