What is the cheapest way to get from County Clare to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from County Clare to Athlone is to train which costs €12 - €18 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Clare to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from County Clare to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between County Clare and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from County Clare station to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Ennis Station and arriving at Arcadia via Oranmore North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between County Clare and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from County Clare to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Ennis and arriving at Athlone via Athenry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from County Clare to Athlone?

The distance between County Clare and Athlone is 115 km. The road distance is 112.5 km.

How do I travel from County Clare to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from County Clare to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €12 - €18.

How long does it take to get from County Clare to Athlone?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from County Clare to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Clare to Athlone bus from?

County Clare to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ennis Station.

Where do I catch the County Clare to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from County Clare to Athlone?

The best way to get from County Clare to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €12 - €18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the County Clare to Athlone bus arrive?

County Clare to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Oranmore North station.

Where does the County Clare to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from County Clare to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between County Clare to Athlone is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from County Clare to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 75+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ennis to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Athenry to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2h 4m
€12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Oranmore Northbus 51
2. Take the bus from Oranmore North to Arcadiabus 763
3h 25m
€26–36
Drive 112.5 km
1. Drive from County Clare to Athlonecar 112.5 km
1h 28m
€19–28

County Clare to Athlone by train

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Distance: 115.2 km
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between County Clare, IE-CE, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a train from Ennis to Athlone via Athenry in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ennis Station to Arcadia via Oranmore North in around 3h 25m.

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