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

The cheapest way to get from Lifford to Athlone is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lifford to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Lifford and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Lifford to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Lifford and arriving at Athlone Stn via Monaghan Bus Stn and Cavan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Lifford and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Lifford to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Londonderry and arriving at Athlone via Belfast Grand Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Lifford to Athlone?

The distance between Lifford and Athlone is 349 km. The road distance is 188 km.

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

The best way to get from Lifford to Athlone without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 11m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Lifford to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lifford to Athlone bus from?

Lifford to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Lifford station.

Where do I catch the Lifford to Athlone train from?

Lifford to Athlone train services, operated by Translink, depart from Londonderry station.

Train or bus from Lifford to Athlone?

The best way to get from Lifford to Athlone is to train which takes 7h 49m and costs €50 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Lifford to Athlone bus arrive?

Lifford to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Monaghan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Lifford to Athlone train arrive?

Lifford to Athlone train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Lifford to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Lifford to Athlone is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Lifford to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 75+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lifford to Airport Zone 16bus 932 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
6h 11m
€36–59
Drive 188 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lifford to Athlonecar 188 km
2h 28m
€33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Londonderry to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
7h 49m
€54–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lifford to Monaghan Bus Stnbus 32
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Stn to Cavan Bus Stnbus 175 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 466
6h 37m
€49–67
Bus via Monaghan
1. Take the bus from Lifford to Monaghan Bus Stnbus 32
2. Take the bus from North Road to Cavan Bus Stnbus 176
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 466
6h 57m

Lifford to Athlone by bus, foot, and train

43Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 349 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a vehicle from Lifford to Athlone via Londonderry, Belfast Grand Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 7h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lifford to Athlone Stn via Monaghan Bus Stn and Cavan Bus Stn in around 6h 37m.

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