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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Holyhead is to train and ferry which costs £45 - £65 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Holyhead is to train and ferry which takes 6h 42m and costs £45 - £65.

How far is it from Athlone to Holyhead?

The distance between Athlone and Holyhead is 150 miles.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Holyhead without a car is to train and ferry which takes 6h 42m and costs £45 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Athlone to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 915+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Athlone to Holyhead - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, car, car ferry

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyheadferry Dublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
6h 42m
£46–61
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Athlone to Belfastcar
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
3. Drive from Cairnryan to Holyheadcar
11h 2m
£139–214
Train, ferry via Holyhead Ferry
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry 0
6h 47m
£66–96
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Arcadia to Bachelors Walkbus 763
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyheadferry Dublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
7h 10m
£50–66

Athlone to Holyhead by train, tram, foot, and ferry

21Weekly Services

6h 42mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Athlone to Holyhead.

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Distance: 148.8 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Athlone to Holyhead. However, you can take the train to Dublin Heuston, walk to Heuston, take the vehicle to The Point, walk to Dublin Ferryport B+I, then take the ferry to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Athlone to Holyhead via Belfast and Cairnryan in around 11h 2m.

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