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

The cheapest way to get from Wexford to Athlone is to train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wexford to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Wexford and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Wexford to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Trinity Street and arriving at Athlone Stn via Carlow Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Wexford and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Wexford to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Wexford and arriving at Athlone via Abbey St. and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Wexford to Athlone?

The distance between Wexford and Athlone is 282 km. The road distance is 181.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Wexford to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs €25 - €40.

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

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

Where do I catch the Wexford to Athlone bus from?

Wexford to Athlone bus services, operated by Wexford Bus, depart from Trinity Street station.

Where do I catch the Wexford to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Wexford to Athlone?

The best way to get from Wexford to Athlone is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Wexford to Athlone bus arrive?

Wexford to Athlone bus services, operated by Wexford Bus, arrive at Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where does the Wexford to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wexford to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Wexford to Athlone is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Wexford to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 80+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Wexford to Tara Streettrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 53m
€26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Carlow Bus Stnbus 376
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
4h 56m
€36–50
Drive 181.5 km
1. Drive from Wexford to Athlonecar 181.5 km
2h 28m
€31–45
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Wexford Stn to Airport Zone 14bus 740 / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Arcadiabus 760 / ...
6h 25m
€33–46

Wexford to Athlone by train, foot, and tram

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4h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 282.1 km
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Wexford to Athlone via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Street to Athlone Stn via Carlow Bus Stn in around 4h 56m.

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