What is the cheapest way to get from New Ross to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from New Ross to Athlone is to bus which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Ross to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from New Ross to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between New Ross and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from New Ross to Athlone. However, there are services departing from New Ross and arriving at Athlone Stn via Carlow Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between New Ross and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from New Ross to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Waterford and arriving at Athlone via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from New Ross to Athlone?

The distance between New Ross and Athlone is 173 km. The road distance is 150.3 km.

How do I travel from New Ross to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from New Ross to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 4h 53m and costs €25 - €35.

How long does it take to get from New Ross to Athlone?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from New Ross to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Ross to Athlone bus from?

New Ross to Athlone bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, depart from New Ross station.

Where do I catch the New Ross to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from New Ross to Athlone?

The best way to get from New Ross to Athlone is to bus which takes 4h 53m and costs €25 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the New Ross to Athlone bus arrive?

New Ross to Athlone bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, arrive at Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where does the New Ross to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from New Ross to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between New Ross to Athlone is 150 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from New Ross to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 71+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from New Ross to Carlow Bus Stnbus 887
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
4h 53m
€25–35
Train
1. Take the train from Waterford to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
5h 9m
€34–47
Drive 150.3 km
1. Drive from New Ross to Athlonecar 150.3 km
2h 23m
€27–38
Bus via Kilkenny
1. Take the bus from New Ross to Kilkenny Stnbus 882
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
4h 54m
€28–40

New Ross to Athlone by bus

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Distance: 173.3 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between New Ross, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a bus from New Ross to Athlone Stn via Carlow Bus Stn in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Ross to Athlone via The Clock Tower, Waterford, and Kildare in around 5h 9m.

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