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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athlone to Buncrana

Composite routes from Athlone to Buncrana

Cheapest
3 h 7 min
Car
231 km.
from $12
Other
7 h 32 min
Train, Bus
192 km.
from $56.61
7 h 39 min
Train, bus via Sligo, Train, bus via Sligo
192 km.
from $5.43
7 h 40 min
192 km.
from $51.28
7 h 45 min
192 km.
from $67.02

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 2
Irish Rail
Website
Translink UK
Website
Irish Rail
Website
1h 26m
Every 4 hours
$12.10–$17.83
+353 1 836 6222
+353 1 836 6222
Call
Translink UK
Website
55 min
6 times a week
$19.11–$26.75
+44 28 9066 6630
+44 28 9066 6630
Call
Bus operators
Found: 6
Expressway
Website
Bus Éireann
Website
Citylink
Website
Bus Feda Teoranta
Website
Mc Ginley Coach Travel
Website
Local Link Cavan Monaghan
Website
Expressway
Website
1h 55m
Every 2 hours
$17.83–$25.48
0818 836611
0818 836611
Call
Bus Éireann
Website
1h 55m
Every 4 hours
$15.29–$21.65
+353 1 836 6111
+353 1 836 6111
Call
Citylink
Website
2h 30m
Every 4 hours
$15.29–$25.48
+353 91 564 164
+353 91 564 164
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Bus Feda Teoranta
Website
3h
Once a week
+353 74 954 8114
+353 74 954 8114
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Mc Ginley Coach Travel
Website
4h 15m
Twice daily
$30.57–$38.21
074 9135201
074 9135201
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Local Link Cavan Monaghan
Website
1h 23m
Every 4 hours
1850 211 923
1850 211 923
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Buncrana is to train and bus which costs $31.52 - $48.91 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Buncrana is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Buncrana?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Buncrana. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Buncrana via Cavan Bus Station, Monaghan Bus Station and Letterkenny Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Athlone to Buncrana?

The distance between Athlone and Buncrana is 290 km. The road distance is 234.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Buncrana without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 32m and costs $31.52 - $48.91 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Athlone to Buncrana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Buncrana bus from?

Athlone to Buncrana bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Station.

Where does the Athlone to Buncrana bus arrive?

Athlone to Buncrana bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Cavan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Buncrana?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Buncrana is 235 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Athlone to Buncrana.

Where can I stay near Buncrana?

There are 348+ hotels available in Buncrana. Prices start at $54.18 per night.
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