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

The cheapest way to get from Swords to Athlone is to train which costs €16 - €24 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swords to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Swords and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Swords to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Swords Castle and arriving at Arcadia via Airport Zone 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Swords and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Swords to Athlone. However, there are services departing from George's Dock and arriving at Athlone via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Swords to Athlone?

The distance between Swords and Athlone is 150 km. The road distance is 131.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Swords to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €16 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Swords to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swords to Athlone bus from?

Swords to Athlone bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Airport Zone 11 station.

Where do I catch the Swords to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Swords to Athlone?

The best way to get from Swords to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €16 - €24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €24 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Swords to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swords to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swords to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Swords to Athlone is 132 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Swords to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 74+ hotels available in Athlone.

Swords to Athlone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 101 bus

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

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1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2h 40m
€16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Airport Zone 11 to Arcadiabus 763
3h 45m
€17–23
Drive 131.9 km
1. Drive from Swords to Athlonecar 131.9 km
1h 24m
€23–33
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Seatown to Drogheda Busbus 101
2. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus to Athlone Stnbus 190
5h 8m
€36–53

Swords to Athlone by bus, tram, and train

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.6 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Athlone hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Airport Zone 11 to Arcadia every 4 hours. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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