What is the cheapest way to get from Athenry to Castlerea?

The cheapest way to get from Athenry to Castlerea is to train and bus which costs €5 - €8 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athenry to Castlerea?

The fastest way to get from Athenry to Castlerea is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs €11 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between Athenry and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct bus from Athenry to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Galway Ceannt and arriving at Castlerea via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Athenry and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct train from Athenry to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Athenry and arriving at Castlerea via Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Athenry to Castlerea?

The distance between Athenry and Castlerea is 114 km. The road distance is 63.9 km.

How do I travel from Athenry to Castlerea without a car?

The best way to get from Athenry to Castlerea without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €12 - €18.

How long does it take to get from Athenry to Castlerea?

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Athenry to Castlerea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athenry to Castlerea bus from?

Athenry to Castlerea bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Galway Ceannt station.

Where do I catch the Athenry to Castlerea train from?

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

Train or bus from Athenry to Castlerea?

The best way to get from Athenry to Castlerea is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €12 - €18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €30 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Athenry to Castlerea bus arrive?

Athenry to Castlerea bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Castlerea station.

Where does the Athenry to Castlerea train arrive?

Athenry to Castlerea train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Athlone station.

Can I drive from Athenry to Castlerea?

Yes, the driving distance between Athenry to Castlerea is 64 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Athenry to Castlerea.

Where can I stay near Castlerea?

There are 51+ hotels available in Castlerea.

Athenry to Castlerea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Athenry to Castlerea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athenry to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Athlone to Castlereatrain Ic / ...
2h 22m
€12–17
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athenry to Ballinasloetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballinasloe Stn to Castlereabus 546
2h 37m
€5–8
Drive 63.9 km
1. Drive from Athenry to Castlereacar 63.9 km
1h 2m
€11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Athenry to Castlereataxi 63.9 km
1h 2m
€90–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Castlereabus 429
3h 13m
€21–29

Athenry to Castlerea by train

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Distance: 113.9 km
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Athenry, Ireland and Castlerea, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athenry to Castlerea via Athlone in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Galway Ceannt to Castlerea 4 times a week. Tickets cost €18–25 and the journey takes 1h 53m.

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