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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Belfast is to train which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 37m.

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 53m and costs £30 - £50.

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 5h.

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 Belfast Great Central via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Athlone to Belfast?

The distance between Athlone and Belfast is 195 miles. The road distance is 135.2 miles.

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 train which takes 4h 37m and costs £24 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m 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 Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athlone station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Belfast?

The best way to get from Athlone to Belfast is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h.

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 Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Belfast is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Athlone to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1245+ hotels available in Belfast.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Rail
4h 37m
£24–36
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arcadia to Dublin Airport Zone 11bus 763
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall Streetbus 785
5h
£23–39
Drive 134.4 mi
1. Drive from Athlone to Belfastcar 134.4 mi
2h 53m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Cavan Bus Stationbus 466
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 14bus 270
5h 37m

Athlone to Belfast by train, tram, and foot

112Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Athlone to Belfast.

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Distance: 193.8 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Athlone to Belfast Great Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arcadia to Glengall Street via Dublin Airport Zone 11 and Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 in around 5h.

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