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

The cheapest way to get from Donabate to Athlone is to train which costs €15 - €24 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Donabate to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Donabate and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Donabate to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Chapel View and arriving at Arcadia via Swords Village and Airport Zone 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Donabate and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Donabate to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Donabate and arriving at Athlone via Abbey St. and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Donabate to Athlone?

The distance between Donabate and Athlone is 150 km. The road distance is 138.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Donabate to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs €15 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Donabate to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Donabate to Athlone bus from?

Donabate to Athlone bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Airport Zone 11 station.

Where do I catch the Donabate to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Donabate to Athlone?

The best way to get from Donabate to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs €15 - €24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €27 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Donabate to Athlone bus arrive?

Donabate to Athlone bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Arcadia station.

Where does the Donabate to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Donabate to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Donabate to Athlone is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Donabate to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 74+ hotels available in Athlone.

Donabate to Athlone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Donabate to Tara Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2h 48m
€15–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Airport Zone 11 to Arcadiabus 763
4h 2m
€20–26
Drive 138.4 km
1. Drive from Donabate to Athlonecar 138.4 km
1h 26m
€24–34
Bus via Drogheda Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus to Athlone Stnbus 190
5h 13m
€38–55

Donabate to Athlone by train, foot, and tram

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2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 150.5 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Donabate to Athlone via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Airport Zone 11 to Arcadia every 4 hours. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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