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

The cheapest way to get from Wicklow to Athlone is to train which costs €17 - €27 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wicklow to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Wicklow and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Wicklow to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Grand Hotel and arriving at Arcadia via Ashford and Liffey Valley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Wicklow and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Wicklow to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Wicklow and arriving at Athlone via Abbey St. and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Wicklow to Athlone?

The distance between Wicklow and Athlone is 181 km. The road distance is 169.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Wicklow to Athlone without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 31m and costs €27 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Wicklow to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wicklow to Athlone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wicklow to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Wicklow to Athlone?

The best way to get from Wicklow to Athlone is to bus which takes 4h 9m and costs €28 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €27 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Wicklow to Athlone bus arrive?

Wicklow to Athlone bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, arrive at Liffey Valley SC station.

Where does the Wicklow to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wicklow to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Wicklow to Athlone is 170 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Wicklow to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 75+ hotels available in Athlone.

Wicklow to Athlone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Wicklow to Athlone by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Hotel to Beresford Placebus 740A
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 31m
€27–39
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wicklow to Tara Streettrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 53m
€17–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ashford to Liffey Valley SCbus 1414b
2. Take the bus from Liffey Valley to Arcadiabus 763
4h 9m
€28–40
Drive 169.7 km
1. Drive from Wicklow to Athlonecar 169.7 km
1h 45m
€29–42
Bus, train via Wicklow Gao
1. Take the bus from Wicklow Gao to Dublin Busárasbus 133
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 15m
€27–39

Wicklow to Athlone by bus, tram, and train

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.6 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Hotel to Arcadia via Ashford, Liffey Valley SC, and Liffey Valley in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wicklow to Athlone via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 53m.

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