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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dublin to Ards

Composite routes from Dublin to Ards

Cheapest
1 h 30 min
Car
126 km.
from $6
Other
2 h 52 min
Train, Bus
110 km.
from $34.57
3 h 15 min
110 km.
from $34.93

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Dublin Heuston to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65
Train from Dublin Connolly to Longford
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Dublin Busáras Bus to Edgeworthstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Athlone Station to Keenagh
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74
Bus from Dublin Busáras Bus to Edgeworthstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38
Bus from Edgeworthstown to Keenagh
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10
Bus from Dublin Busáras to Edgeworthstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin to Ards?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Ards is to train which costs $18.48 - $27.17 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin to Ards?

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Ards is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $22.83 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Ards?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Ards. However, there are services departing from Dublin Busáras Bus and arriving at Keenagh via Edgeworthstown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Dublin to Ards?

The distance between Dublin and Ards is 159 km. The road distance is 127 km.

How do I travel from Dublin to Ards without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin to Ards without a car is to train and line 466 bus which takes 2h 52m and costs $19.57 - $29.35 .

How long does it take to get from Dublin to Ards?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Dublin to Ards, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Ards bus from?

Dublin to Ards bus services, operated by Expressway, depart from Dublin Busáras Bus station.

Train, bus or fly from Dublin to Ards?

The best way to get from Dublin to Ards is to bus and line 466 bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $19.57 - $31.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18.48 - $27.17 and takes 3h 5m. There are no good options to bus between Dublin to Ards.

Where does the Dublin to Ards bus arrive?

Dublin to Ards bus services, operated by Expressway, arrive at Edgeworthstown station.

Can I drive from Dublin to Ards?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Ards is 127 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Dublin to Ards.

Where can I stay near Ards?

There are 70+ hotels available in Ards. Prices start at $51.58 per night.
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