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2 h 2 min
137 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dundalk to Athlone

Composite routes from Dundalk to Athlone

Cheapest
2 h 2 min
Car
137 km.
from $7
Other
3 h 30 min
118 km.
from $50.09
4 h 37 min
118 km.
from $34.65

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 2
Irish Rail
Website
Translink UK
Website
Irish Rail
Website
1h 17m
Hourly
$15.29–$21.65
+353 1 836 6222
+353 1 836 6222
Call
Translink UK
Website
57 min
Hourly
$16.56–$24.20
+44 28 9066 6630
+44 28 9066 6630
Call
Bus operators
Found: 3
Expressway
Website
Bus Éireann
Website
Citylink
Website
Expressway
Website
1h 12m
Hourly
$15.29–$22.93
0818 836611
0818 836611
Call
Bus Éireann
Website
3h
Every 3 hours
$17.83–$25.48
+353 1 836 6111
+353 1 836 6111
Call
Citylink
Website
2h 25m
Every 4 hours
$15.29–$25.48
+353 91 564 164
+353 91 564 164
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Athlone is to bus which costs $22.83 - $38.04 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Dublin Road and arriving at Athlone Station via Drogheda Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Athlone via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Athlone?

The distance between Dundalk and Athlone is 218 km. The road distance is 164.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs $29.35 - $41.30 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Dundalk to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Athlone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Athlone train from?

Dundalk to Athlone train services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Dundalk station.

Train or bus from Dundalk to Athlone?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Athlone is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs $29.35 - $41.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $38.04 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Dundalk to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dundalk to Athlone train arrive?

Dundalk to Athlone train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Athlone is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Dundalk 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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