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Athlone to Galway City

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Composite routes from Athlone to Galway City

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Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Athlone to Galway
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29

Bus operators

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Arcadia to Galway
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$22.93

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Athlone to Galway City?

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Galway City is to train which costs $8.70 - $13.04 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to Galway City?

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Galway City is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $16.30 - $23.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Galway City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Arcadia and arriving at Galway Coach Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Galway City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Athlone and arriving at Galway. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Athlone to Galway City?

The distance between Athlone and Galway City is 78 km. The road distance is 84.4 km.

How do I travel from Athlone to Galway City without a car?

The best way to get from Athlone to Galway City without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs $8.70 - $13.04 .

How long does it take to get from Athlone to Galway City?

The train from Athlone to Galway takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Galway City bus from?

Athlone to Galway City bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Arcadia station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Galway City train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Galway City?

The best way to get from Athlone to Galway City is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs $8.70 - $13.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11.96 - $19.57 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Athlone to Galway City bus arrive?

Athlone to Galway City bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Coach Station.

Where does the Athlone to Galway City train arrive?

Athlone to Galway City train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Galway station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Galway City?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Galway City is 84 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Athlone to Galway City.

Where can I stay near Galway City?

There are 487+ hotels available in Galway City. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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