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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Bushmills is to train which costs £35 - £55 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Bushmills is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Bushmills?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Bushmills. However, there are services departing from Arcadia and arriving at Bushmills War Memorial via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Donegall Square North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Athlone to Bushmills?

The distance between Athlone and Bushmills is 239 miles. The road distance is 158 miles.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Bushmills without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 7h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Athlone to Bushmills, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Bushmills bus from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Bushmills?

The best way to get from Athlone to Bushmills is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 7h 29m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Athlone to Bushmills bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Bushmills?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Bushmills is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Athlone to Bushmills.

Where can I stay near Bushmills?

There are 776+ hotels available in Bushmills.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to Bushmills 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 via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Arcadia to Dublin Airport Zone 11bus 763
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Donegall Square North to Bushmills War Memorialbus 221
7h 29m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Colerainetrain
7h 55m
£35–53
Drive 157.1 mi
1. Drive from Athlone to Bushmillscar 157.1 mi
3h 31m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Cavan Bus Stationbus 466
2. Take the bus from Cavan Cathedral to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 176
3. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentrebus 278
8h 57m

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Map of how to get from Athlone to Bushmills.

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Distance: 237.6 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Arcadia to Bushmills War Memorial via Dublin Airport Zone 11, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, and Donegall Square North in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athlone to Bushmills War Memorial via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 7h 55m.

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