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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athlone to Carlingford

Composite routes from Athlone to Carlingford

Cheapest
2 h 15 min
Car
186 km.
from $10
Other
3 h 50 min
134 km.
from $113.87

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Athlone to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Golden Island to Drogheda
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Carlingford is to bus which costs $22.83 - $38.04 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Carlingford is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $35.87 - $53.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Carlingford?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Carlingford. However, there are services departing from Golden Island and arriving at Carlingford via Drogheda Bus Station and Dundalk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Athlone to Carlingford?

The distance between Athlone and Carlingford is 243 km. The road distance is 190.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Carlingford without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs $65.22 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Athlone to Carlingford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Carlingford bus from?

Athlone to Carlingford bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Golden Island station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Carlingford?

The best way to get from Athlone to Carlingford is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs $65.22 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $38.04 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Athlone to Carlingford bus arrive?

Athlone to Carlingford bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Drogheda Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Carlingford?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Carlingford is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Athlone to Carlingford.

Where can I stay near Carlingford?

There are 255+ hotels available in Carlingford. Prices start at $90.13 per night.
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