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

The cheapest way to get from Finglas to Athlone is to train which costs €13 - €20 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Finglas to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Finglas and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Finglas to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Finglas and arriving at Arcadia via Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Finglas and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Finglas to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Dublin Heuston and arriving at Athlone via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Finglas to Athlone?

The distance between Finglas and Athlone is 142 km. The road distance is 122.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Finglas to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €13 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Finglas to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Finglas to Athlone bus from?

Finglas to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Finglas station.

Where do I catch the Finglas to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Finglas to Athlone?

The best way to get from Finglas to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €13 - €20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Finglas to Athlone bus arrive?

Finglas to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at D'Olier Street station.

Where does the Finglas to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Finglas to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Finglas to Athlone is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Finglas to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 77+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2h 16m
€13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Finglas to D'Olier Streetbus F1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Arcadiabus 763
3h 25m
€17–23
Drive 122.6 km
1. Drive from Finglas to Athlonecar 122.6 km
1h 15m
€21–30
Bus via Navan
1. Take the bus from Navan to Athlone Stnbus 190
4h 36m
€36–49

Finglas to Athlone by bus and train

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Distance: 142.2 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Finglas, 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, you can take a bus from Finglas to Arcadia via D'Olier Street and Crampton Quay in around 3h 25m.

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