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Athlone, Irish → Belfast, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Athlone to Belfast

Cheapest
2 h 47 min
Car
245 km.
from $13
Other
4 h 31 min
184 km.
from $68.65
4 h 33 min
184 km.
from $71.48
5 h 39 min
Bus, Train
184 km.
from $50.48

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
Train from Drogheda to Great
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.20–$34.39
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.57–$42.03

Bus operators

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.95

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Golden Island to Drogheda
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
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 Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Belfast is to bus which costs $39.13 - $59.78 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Belfast is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Arcadia and arriving at Glengall Street via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Belfast. 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 Belfast?

The distance between Athlone and Belfast is 298 km. The road distance is 249 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Belfast without a car is to bus which takes 4h 31m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Athlone to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Belfast bus from?

Athlone to Belfast bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Arcadia station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Belfast train from?

Athlone to Belfast train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Athlone station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Belfast?

The best way to get from Athlone to Belfast is to bus which takes 4h 31m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $41.30 - $59.78 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Athlone to Belfast bus arrive?

Athlone to Belfast bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 11 station.

Where does the Athlone to Belfast train arrive?

Athlone to Belfast train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Belfast is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Athlone to Belfast.

How do I get a bus ticket from Athlone to Belfast?

Book your Athlone to Belfast bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1132+ hotels available in Belfast. Prices start at $53.87 per night.
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