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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athlone to Drogheda

Composite routes from Athlone to Drogheda

Cheapest
1 h 42 min
Car
130 km.
from $7

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 Drogheda
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Golden Island to Drogheda
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Drogheda is to bus which costs $14.13 - $20.65 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Drogheda is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Drogheda?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Golden Island and arriving at Drogheda Hospital. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Drogheda via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Athlone to Drogheda?

The distance between Athlone and Drogheda is 145 km. The road distance is 131.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Drogheda without a car is to bus which takes 2h 56m and costs $14.13 - $20.65 .

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

The bus from Golden Island to Drogheda Hospital takes 2h 56m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Drogheda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Drogheda train from?

Athlone to Drogheda train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Athlone station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Athlone to Drogheda is to bus which takes 2h 56m and costs $14.13 - $20.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Athlone to Drogheda bus arrive?

Athlone to Drogheda bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Drogheda Hospital station.

Where does the Athlone to Drogheda train arrive?

Athlone to Drogheda train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Drogheda is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Athlone to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 105+ hotels available in Drogheda. Prices start at $56.30 per night.
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