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

Composite routes from Bunratty Castle to Athlone

Cheapest
1 h 24 min
Car
145 km.
from $7
Other
4 h 31 min
98 km.
from $42.33
4 h 15 min
Bus, Train
98 km.
from $28.60
4 h 19 min
98 km.
from $33.50

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Limerick to Athenry
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83
Train from Athenry to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.74
Train from Galway to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Bunratty to Galway,
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20
Bus from Bunratty to Oranmore
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Oranmore North to Arcadia
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bunratty Castle to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Bunratty Castle to Athlone is to bus which costs $19.57 - $34.78 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bunratty Castle to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from Bunratty Castle to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $27.17 - $41.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Bunratty Castle and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Bunratty Castle to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Bunratty and arriving at Athlone Station via Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Bunratty Castle to Athlone?

The distance between Bunratty Castle and Athlone is 138 km. The road distance is 145.4 km.

How do I travel from Bunratty Castle to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from Bunratty Castle to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 3h 59m and costs $19.57 - $34.78 .

How long does it take to get from Bunratty Castle to Athlone?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Bunratty Castle to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bunratty Castle to Athlone bus from?

Bunratty Castle to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Limerick Colbert Station.

Train or bus from Bunratty Castle to Athlone?

The best way to get from Bunratty Castle to Athlone is to bus which takes 3h 59m and costs $19.57 - $34.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23.91 - $35.87 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Bunratty Castle to Athlone bus arrive?

Bunratty Castle to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.

Can I drive from Bunratty Castle to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Bunratty Castle to Athlone is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Bunratty Castle to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 53+ hotels available in Athlone. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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