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

The cheapest way to get from Shankill to Athlone is to train which costs €15 - €24 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shankill to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Shankill and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Shankill to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Stonebridge Close and arriving at Arcadia via Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Shankill and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Shankill to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Shankill and arriving at Athlone via Abbey St. and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Shankill to Athlone?

The distance between Shankill and Athlone is 150 km. The road distance is 139.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Shankill to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs €15 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Shankill to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shankill to Athlone bus from?

Shankill to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Stonebridge Close station.

Where do I catch the Shankill to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Shankill to Athlone?

The best way to get from Shankill to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs €15 - €24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Shankill to Athlone bus arrive?

Shankill to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Westmoreland Street station.

Where does the Shankill to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shankill to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Shankill to Athlone is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Shankill to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 80+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shankill to Tara Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2h 54m
€15–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stonebridge Close to Westmoreland Streetbus E1
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Arcadiabus 763
3h 48m
€17–23
Drive 139.7 km
1. Drive from Shankill to Athlonecar 139.7 km
1h 27m
€24–35
Bus via Navan
1. Take the bus from Stonebridge Close to Broadstonebus E1
2. Take the bus from Broadstone to Navanbus Nx
3. Take the bus from Navan to Athlone Stnbus 190
5h 32m
€37–51

Shankill to Athlone by train, foot, and tram

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.8 km
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Shankill, IE-D, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a train from Shankill to Athlone via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stonebridge Close to Arcadia via Westmoreland Street and Crampton Quay in around 3h 48m.

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