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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Downpatrick is to bus and train which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Downpatrick is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Downpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Downpatrick. However, there are services departing from Arcadia and arriving at Church Street via Dublin Airport T1 and Grand Central Station Stand 21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Athlone to Downpatrick?

The distance between Athlone and Downpatrick is 217 miles. The road distance is 130.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Downpatrick without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs £24 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Athlone to Downpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Downpatrick bus from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Downpatrick?

The best way to get from Athlone to Downpatrick is to train which takes 6h and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £140 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Athlone to Downpatrick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Downpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Downpatrick is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Athlone to Downpatrick.

Where can I stay near Downpatrick?

There are 93+ hotels available in Downpatrick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to Downpatrick 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 Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
6h
£24–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcadia to Dublin Airport Zone 11bus 763
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
6h 25m
£30–138
Drive 129.7 mi
1. Drive from Athlone to Downpatrickcar 129.7 mi
2h 54m
£33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 190
2. Take the train from Drogheda Macbride to Belfast Great Centraltrain Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central / ...
7h 9m
£24–36

Athlone to Downpatrick by train, tram, foot, and bus

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Map of how to get from Athlone to Downpatrick.

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Distance: 215.7 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Church Street via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, and Grand Central Station Stand 21 in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arcadia to Church Street via Dublin Airport T1, Grand Central Station Stand 11, and Grand Central Station Stand 21 in around 6h 25m.

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