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

The cheapest way to get from Cloughjordan to Athlone is to bus via Shinrone which costs €8 - €11 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cloughjordan to Athlone is to drive which takes 57 min and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between Cloughjordan and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Cloughjordan to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Cloughjordan and arriving at Athlone Stn via Borrisokane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Cloughjordan and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Cloughjordan to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Cloughjordan and arriving at Athlone via Ballybrophy, Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Cloughjordan to Athlone?

The distance between Cloughjordan and Athlone is 74 km. The road distance is 63 km.

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

The best way to get from Cloughjordan to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 2h 28m and costs €16 - €22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Cloughjordan to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cloughjordan to Athlone bus from?

Cloughjordan to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Borrisokane station.

Where do I catch the Cloughjordan to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Cloughjordan to Athlone?

The best way to get from Cloughjordan to Athlone is to bus which takes 2h 28m and costs €16 - €22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €15 - €24 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Cloughjordan to Athlone bus arrive?

Cloughjordan to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Stn station.

Where does the Cloughjordan to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cloughjordan to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Cloughjordan to Athlone is 63 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Cloughjordan to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 79+ hotels available in Athlone.

Cloughjordan to Athlone - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Cloughjordan to Athlone by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Borrisokane to Athlone Stnbus 72
2h 28m
€16–22
Bus via Shinrone
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinrone to Golden Islandbus 850
3h 2m
€8–11
Train
1. Take the train from Cloughjordan to Ballybrophytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 38m
€15–24
Drive 63 km
1. Drive from Cloughjordan to Athlonecar 63 km
57 min
€11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cloughjordan to Athlonetaxi 63 km
57 min
€90–110
Bus via Birr
1. Take the bus from Cloughjordan to Birrbus T9
2. Take the bus from Birr to Athlone Stnbus 850
3h 27m
€19–25

Cloughjordan to Athlone by bus

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74 km
Duration: 2h 28m

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

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Borrisokane to Athlone Stn 3 times a day. Tickets cost €16–22 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cloughjordan to Athlone via Ballybrophy, Portlaoise, and Portarlington in around 3h 38m.

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