What is the cheapest way to get from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is to train which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. However, there are services departing from Arcadia and arriving at Whitepark Road Carrick A Rede via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Donegall Square North and Bushmills War Memorial. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

How far is it from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge?

The distance between Athlone and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is 280 miles. The road distance is 164 miles.

How do I travel from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge without a car is to train which takes 8h 53m and costs £35 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge?

It takes approximately 8h 53m to get from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge bus from?

Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Arcadia station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge?

The best way to get from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is to train which takes 8h 53m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge bus arrive?

Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 11 station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

Where can I stay near Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge?

There are 213+ hotels available in Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge by train, bus, or car

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Train
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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
8h 53m
£35–53
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
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
9h 1m
Drive 163.1 mi
1. Drive from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridgecar 163.1 mi
3h 37m
£41–59
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
9h 55m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

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Distance: 278.8 mi
Duration: 8h 53m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Athlone to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, Coleraine, Coleraine Buscentre, and Whitepark Road Carrick A Rede in around 8h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arcadia to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge via Dublin Airport Zone 11, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Donegall Square North, Bushmills War Memorial, and Whitepark Road Carrick A Rede in around 9h 1m.

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