How to Travel from
Athlone to Northern Ireland
by Route or Car
Schedule
Athlone, Irish → Northern Ireland, Great Britain
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athlone to Northern Ireland
Composite routes from Athlone to Northern Ireland
Cheapest
2 h 18 min
Car
176 km.
from $9
Other
4 h 33 min
144 km.
from $71.48
5 h 2 min
144 km.
from $37.17
5 h 35 min
144 km.
from $62.72
Transport providers
Train operators
Irish Rail
Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Athlone to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Translink UK
Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Dublin Connolly to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.84–$45.86
Bus from Cavan Bus Station to Grand
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$29.30–$40.76
Bus operators
Aircoach
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast,
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48
Bus Éireann
Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Athlone Station to Cavan
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38
Citylink
Bus from Arcadia to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$25.48
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Athlone to Northern Ireland?
The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Northern Ireland is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs $28.26 - $43.48 and takes 5h 2m.
What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to Northern Ireland?
The fastest way to get from Athlone to Northern Ireland is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $50 - $76.09 .
Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Northern Ireland?
No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Northern Ireland. However, there are services departing from Arcadia and arriving at Belfast, Europa Buscentre via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.
Is there a direct train between Athlone and Northern Ireland?
No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Northern Ireland. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Great Victoria Street via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
How far is it from Athlone to Northern Ireland?
The distance between Athlone and Northern Ireland is 311 km. The road distance is 249 km.
How do I travel from Athlone to Northern Ireland without a car?
The best way to get from Athlone to Northern Ireland without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $41.30 - $59.78 .
How long does it take to get from Athlone to Northern Ireland?
It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Athlone to Northern Ireland, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Athlone to Northern Ireland bus from?
Athlone to Northern Ireland bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Arcadia station.
Where do I catch the Athlone to Northern Ireland train from?
Athlone to Northern Ireland train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Athlone station.
Train, bus or fly from Athlone to Northern Ireland?
The best way to get from Athlone to Northern Ireland is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $41.30 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs $28.26 - $43.48 and takes 5h 2m. There are no good options to bus between Athlone to Northern Ireland.
Where does the Athlone to Northern Ireland bus arrive?
Athlone to Northern Ireland bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 11 station.
Where does the Athlone to Northern Ireland train arrive?
Athlone to Northern Ireland train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Dublin Heuston station.
Can I drive from Athlone to Northern Ireland?
Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Northern Ireland is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Athlone to Northern Ireland.
Where can I stay near Northern Ireland?
There are 110+ hotels available in Northern Ireland. Prices start at $63.38 per night.
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