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

The cheapest way to get from Leixlip to Athlone is to bus and train which costs €13 - €20 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leixlip to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Leixlip and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Leixlip to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Our Lady's Nativity and arriving at Arcadia via Liffey Valley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Leixlip and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Leixlip to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Hazelhatch and arriving at Athlone via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Leixlip to Athlone?

The distance between Leixlip and Athlone is 144 km. The road distance is 105.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Leixlip to Athlone without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 29m and costs €13 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Leixlip to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leixlip to Athlone bus from?

Leixlip to Athlone bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Liffey Valley station.

Where do I catch the Leixlip to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Leixlip to Athlone?

The best way to get from Leixlip to Athlone is to bus which takes 2h 59m and costs €16 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €20 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Leixlip to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leixlip to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leixlip to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Leixlip to Athlone is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Leixlip to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 80+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Our Lady's Nativity to Heuston Stationbus 52 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2h 29m
€14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liffey Valley to Arcadiabus 763
2h 59m
€17–23
Drive 105.5 km
1. Drive from Leixlip to Athlonecar 105.5 km
1h 3m
€18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Hazelhatch to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2h 29m
€14–20

Leixlip to Athlone by bus and train

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.9 km
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Citylink operates a bus from Liffey Valley to Arcadia every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Highfield Park to Athlone via Hazelhatch Station, Hazelhatch, and Portarlington in around 2h 29m.

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