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209 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Londonderry to Athlone

Composite routes from Londonderry to Athlone

Cheapest
2 h 47 min
Car
209 km.
from $11
Other
6 h 28 min
177 km.
from $65.05
6 h 39 min
Bus, Train
178 km.
from $42.18
7 h 39 min
177 km.
from $111.75
7 h 25 min
178 km.
from $58.07

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 2
Irish Rail
Website
Translink UK
Website
Irish Rail
Website
2h 13m
Every 2 hours
$18.99–$27.85
+353 1 836 6222
+353 1 836 6222
Call
Translink UK
Website
2h 1m
Hourly
$26.58–$39.24
+44 28 9066 6630
+44 28 9066 6630
Call
Bus operators
Found: 3
Expressway
Website
Bus Éireann
Website
Citylink
Website
Expressway
Website
1h 28m
Every 2 hours
$15.19–$22.78
0818 836611
0818 836611
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Bus Éireann
Website
1h 25m
Every 3 hours
$12.66–$17.72
+353 1 836 6111
+353 1 836 6111
Call
Citylink
Website
2h 25m
Every 4 hours
$15.19–$25.32
+353 91 564 164
+353 91 564 164
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Londonderry to Athlone is to bus and train which costs $33.70 - $51.09 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Londonderry to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Londonderry and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Londonderry to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre and arriving at Athlone Station via Donegal Abbey Hotel and Cavan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Londonderry and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Londonderry to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Derry-Londonderry and arriving at Athlone via Belfast Grand Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Londonderry to Athlone?

The distance between Londonderry and Athlone is 293 km. The road distance is 212.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Londonderry to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 6h 28m and costs $35.87 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Londonderry to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Athlone bus from?

Londonderry to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway, depart from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre station.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Athlone train from?

Londonderry to Athlone train services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Derry-Londonderry station.

Train, bus or fly from Londonderry to Athlone?

The best way to get from Londonderry to Athlone is to bus which takes 6h 28m and costs $35.87 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65.22 - $92.39 and takes 7h 39m. There are no good options to fly between Londonderry to Athlone.

Where does the Londonderry to Athlone bus arrive?

Londonderry to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway, arrive at Donegal Abbey Hotel station.

Where does the Londonderry to Athlone train arrive?

Londonderry to Athlone train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Lanyon Place station.

Can I drive from Londonderry to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Londonderry to Athlone is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Londonderry to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 53+ hotels available in Athlone. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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