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

The cheapest way to get from Coalisland to Athlone is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coalisland to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Coalisland and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Coalisland to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Coalisland Lineside and arriving at Athlone Stn via Dungannon Bus Station, North Road and Cavan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Coalisland and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Coalisland to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Portadown and arriving at Athlone via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Coalisland to Athlone?

The distance between Coalisland and Athlone is 295 km. The road distance is 171.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Coalisland to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs €110 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Coalisland to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coalisland to Athlone bus from?

Coalisland to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Dungannon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Coalisland to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Coalisland to Athlone?

The best way to get from Coalisland to Athlone is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs €110 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Coalisland to Athlone bus arrive?

Coalisland to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Monaghan Bus Station.

Where does the Coalisland to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Coalisland to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Coalisland to Athlone is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Coalisland to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 71+ hotels available in Athlone.

Coalisland to Athlone - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Coalisland to Athlone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portadown to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 15m
€112–141
Drive 171.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Coalisland to Athlonecar 171.1 km
2h 22m
€32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dungannon Bus Station to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the bus from North Road to Cavan Bus Stnbus 176
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 466
7h 39m

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Distance: 295.1 km
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Coalisland, Northern Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Coalisland to Athlone via Portadown, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coalisland Lineside to Athlone Stn via Dungannon Bus Station, Monaghan Bus Station, North Road, and Cavan Bus Stn in around 7h 39m.

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