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How to get fromNew Ross to Athloneby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from New Ross to Athlone by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

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    1. Take the bus from New Ross to Carlow Stnbus bus 887
    2. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain train Re / ...
    3. Take the train from Kildare to Athlonetrain train Ic / ...
    4h 47m
    €17–25

  2. Drive  150.3 km

    1. Drive from New Ross to Athlonecar car 150.3 km
    2h 23m
    €26–38

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from New Ross to Carlow Bus Stnbus bus 887
    2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus bus 73
    4h 53m
    €25–35

New Ross to Athlone by bus and train

Calendar21Weekly Services
Duration4h 47mAverage Duration
Ticket€17Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 186.4 km
  • Duration: 4h 47m

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.

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