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86 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Galway to Athlone

Cheapest
53 min
Car
86 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Galway to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.70–$13.04

Bus operators

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Arcadia
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.96–$19.57

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Galway (Station) to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Galway (Station) to Athlone is to train which costs $8.70 - $13.04 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galway (Station) to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from Galway (Station) to Athlone is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $16.30 - $25 .

Is there a direct bus between Galway (Station) and Athlone?

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

Is there a direct train between Galway (Station) and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Galway and arriving at Athlone. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Galway (Station) to Athlone?

The distance between Galway (Station) and Athlone is 78 km. The road distance is 86.9 km.

How do I travel from Galway (Station) to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from Galway (Station) to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs $8.70 - $13.04 .

How long does it take to get from Galway (Station) to Athlone?

The train from Galway to Athlone takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Galway (Station) to Athlone bus from?

Galway (Station) to Athlone bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Galway (Station) to Athlone train from?

Galway (Station) to Athlone train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Galway station.

Train or bus from Galway (Station) to Athlone?

The best way to get from Galway (Station) to Athlone is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs $8.70 - $13.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11.96 - $19.57 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Galway (Station) to Athlone bus arrive?

Galway (Station) to Athlone bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Arcadia station.

Where does the Galway (Station) to Athlone train arrive?

Galway (Station) to Athlone train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Athlone station.

Can I drive from Galway (Station) to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway (Station) to Athlone is 87 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Galway (Station) 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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