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Belfast to Athlone

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244 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Belfast to Athlone

Cheapest
2 h 47 min
Car
244 km.
from $13
Other
4 h 46 min
184 km.
from $72.02
5 h 20 min
184 km.
from $26.96
5 h 33 min
184 km.
from $62.50

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Dublin Heuston to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57
Bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 17 to Cavan
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$29.11–$40.50

Bus operators

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Glengall Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.89

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Cavan Bus Station to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 11 to Arcadia
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$25.32

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Athlone is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs $20.65 - $30.43 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Glengall Street and arriving at Arcadia via Dublin Airport Zone 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Great Victoria Street and arriving at Athlone via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Belfast to Athlone?

The distance between Belfast and Athlone is 311 km. The road distance is 247.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $42.39 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Belfast to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Athlone bus from?

Belfast to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Glengall Street station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Athlone train from?

Belfast to Athlone train services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Great Victoria Street station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Athlone?

The best way to get from Belfast to Athlone is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $42.39 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs $20.65 - $30.43 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Belfast to Athlone bus arrive?

Belfast to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Belfast to Athlone train arrive?

Belfast to Athlone train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Athlone is 248 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Belfast 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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