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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Athlone to Ferns

Cheapest
1 h 59 min
Car
162 km.
from $8
Other
3 h 45 min
Train, Bus
132 km.
from $54.09
4 h 28 min
132 km.
from $35.54
5 h 11 min
132 km.
from $55.17
3 h 58 min
Train, bus via Dublin, Train, bus via Dublin
132 km.
from $36.09
4 h 9 min
132 km.
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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
Train from Dublin Pearse to Gorey
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Merrion Square North to Ferns
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20
Bus from Dublin Custom House Quay to Ferns
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Merrion Square North to Ferns
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38
Bus from Athlone Station to SETU
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Arcadia to Bachelors
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$24.20

Wexford Bus

Phone:
053 9142742
Email:
Website:
wexfordbus.com/
Bus from Merrion Square North to Ferns
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.48–$35.67

Dunnes Coaches

Phone:
+353 59 913 2392
Email:
Website:
dunnescoaches.com/
Bus from SETU Carlow to Ferns
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Ferns is to bus via Dublin which costs $25 - $51.09 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Ferns is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Ferns?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Ferns. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Ferns via SETU Carlow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Athlone to Ferns?

The distance between Athlone and Ferns is 237 km. The road distance is 162.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Ferns without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 45m and costs $27.17 - $52.17 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Athlone to Ferns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Ferns bus from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Ferns?

The best way to get from Athlone to Ferns is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $29.35 - $51.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Athlone to Ferns bus arrive?

Athlone to Ferns bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at SETU Carlow station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Ferns?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Ferns is 163 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Athlone to Ferns.

Where can I stay near Ferns?

There are 84+ hotels available in Ferns. Prices start at $49.14 per night.
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