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How to get fromDún Laoghaire to Athloneby train, bus, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dún Laoghaire to Athlone by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain train Ic / ...
    2h 39m
    €14–22

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Arcadiabus bus 763
    3h 25m
    €14–20

  3. Drive 133.2 km

    1. Drive from Dún Laoghaire to Athlonecar car 133.2 km
    1h 33m
    €23–33

  4. Bus via Navan

    1. Take the bus from Dun Laoghaire Stn to Broadstonebus bus E2
    2. Take the bus from Broadstone to Navanbus bus Nx
    3. Take the bus from Navan to Athlone Stnbus bus 190
    5h 42m
    €37–51

Dún Laoghaire to Athlone by train, foot, and tram

Calendar199Weekly Services
Duration2h 39mAverage Duration
Ticket€14Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 141.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Dún Laoghaire, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Athlone hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Crampton Quay to Arcadia every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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