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

The cheapest way to get from Kilcoole to Athlone is to bus which costs €16 - €23 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilcoole to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Kilcoole and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilcoole to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Kilcoole and arriving at Arcadia via Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Kilcoole and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Kilcoole to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Kilcoole and arriving at Athlone via Abbey St. and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Kilcoole to Athlone?

The distance between Kilcoole and Athlone is 166 km. The road distance is 156.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilcoole to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €16 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Kilcoole to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilcoole to Athlone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilcoole to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilcoole to Athlone?

The best way to get from Kilcoole to Athlone is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €16 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Kilcoole to Athlone bus arrive?

Kilcoole to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Hawkins Street station.

Where does the Kilcoole to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilcoole to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilcoole to Athlone is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Kilcoole to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 75+ hotels available in Athlone.

Kilcoole to Athlone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kilcoole to Athlone by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Kilcoole to Tara Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 18m
€16–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilcoole to Hawkins Streetbus X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Arcadiabus 763
4h 56m
€17–23
Drive 156.1 km
1. Drive from Kilcoole to Athlonecar 156.1 km
1h 36m
€27–39
Train via Greystones Station
1. Take the train from Greystones to Tara Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 34m
€17–27
Bus via Navan
1. Take the bus from Westland Row to Navanbus Nx / ...
2. Take the bus from Navan to Athlone Stnbus 190
6h 17m
€40–55

Kilcoole to Athlone by train, foot, and tram

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3h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.7 km
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Kilcoole to Athlone via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilcoole to Arcadia via Hawkins Street and Crampton Quay in around 4h 56m.

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