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

The cheapest way to get from Keady to Athlone is to drive which costs €24 - €40 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Keady to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Keady and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Keady to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Kinelowen Street and arriving at Athlone Stn via Armagh Bus Station and Cavan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Keady and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Keady to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Portadown and arriving at Athlone via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Keady to Athlone?

The distance between Keady and Athlone is 305 km. The road distance is 140.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Keady to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Keady to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Keady to Athlone bus from?

Keady to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Armagh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Keady to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Keady to Athlone?

The best way to get from Keady to Athlone is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Keady to Athlone bus arrive?

Keady to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Cavan Bus Station.

Where does the Keady to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Keady to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Keady to Athlone is 141 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Keady to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 81+ hotels available in Athlone.

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There are 3 ways to get from Keady 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 / ...
5h 44m
€29–43
Drive 140.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Keady to Athlonecar 140.9 km
2h
€25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Armagh Bus Station to Cavan Bus Stationbus 271
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 466
5h 53m

Keady to Athlone by bus, train, and tram

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5h 44mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 305.1 km
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Kinelowen Street to Athlone via Armagh Bus Station, Portadown Train Station [bus stop], Portadown, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kinelowen Street to Athlone Stn via Armagh Bus Station and Cavan Bus Stn in around 5h 53m.

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