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Two ways to Travel from Carlow to Athlone
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Cheapest
By car (115 km)
Other
Rideshare
Transport providers
Train operators
Irish Rail
Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Carlow to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.19
Train from Portarlington to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74
Bus operators
Bus Éireann
Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Hanover Bus Park to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Carlow to Athlone?
The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Athlone is to bus which costs $11.96 - $18.48 and takes 2h 13m.
What is the fastest way to get from Carlow to Athlone?
The fastest way to get from Carlow to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .
Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Athlone?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hanover Bus Park and arriving at Athlone Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.
Is there a direct train between Carlow and Athlone?
No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Athlone via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
How far is it from Carlow to Athlone?
The distance between Carlow and Athlone is 110 km. The road distance is 114.6 km.
How do I travel from Carlow to Athlone without a car?
The best way to get from Carlow to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs $11.96 - $18.48 .
How long does it take to get from Carlow to Athlone?
The bus from Hanover Bus Park to Athlone Station takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs twice daily.
Where do I catch the Carlow to Athlone bus from?
Carlow to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Hanover Bus Park station.
Where do I catch the Carlow to Athlone train from?
Carlow to Athlone train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Carlow station.
Train or bus from Carlow to Athlone?
The best way to get from Carlow to Athlone is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs $11.96 - $18.48 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 2h 58m.
Where does the Carlow to Athlone bus arrive?
Carlow to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.
Where does the Carlow to Athlone train arrive?
Carlow to Athlone train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Kildare station.
Can I drive from Carlow to Athlone?
Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Athlone is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Carlow to Athlone.
Where can I stay near Athlone?
There are 53+ hotels available in Athlone. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
