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

The cheapest way to get from Arklow to Athlone is to train which costs €20 - €30 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arklow to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Arklow and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Arklow to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Arklow and arriving at Arcadia via National Gallery and Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Arklow and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Arklow to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Arklow and arriving at Athlone via Abbey Street and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Arklow to Athlone?

The distance between Arklow and Athlone is 203 km. The road distance is 156.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Arklow to Athlone without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 43m and costs €28 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Arklow to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arklow to Athlone bus from?

Arklow to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Arklow station.

Where do I catch the Arklow to Athlone train from?

Arklow to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Arklow station.

Train or bus from Arklow to Athlone?

The best way to get from Arklow to Athlone is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Arklow to Athlone bus arrive?

Arklow to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Clare Street station.

Where does the Arklow to Athlone train arrive?

Arklow to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tara Street station.

Can I drive from Arklow to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Arklow to Athlone is 157 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Arklow to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 65+ hotels available in Athlone.

Arklow to Athlone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Arklow to Athlone by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Arklow to Custom House Quaybus 2
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re
3h 43m
€28–40
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Arklow to Tara Streettrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re
4h 8m
€20–30
Drive 156.6 km
1. Drive from Arklow to Athlonecar 156.6 km
2h 26m
€27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arklow to Clare Streetbus 2
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Arcadiabus 763
4h 21m
€31–43

Arklow to Athlone by bus and train

100Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.6 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Arklow, IE-WW, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a train from Arklow to Athlone via Tara Street, Abbey Street, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arklow to Arcadia via Clare Street, National Gallery, Aston Quay, and Crampton Quay in around 4h 21m.

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