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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Howth is to train which costs €14 - €23 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Howth is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Howth?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Howth. However, there are services departing from Arcadia and arriving at Main Street Howth via Abbey Street Lower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Howth?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Howth. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Howth via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Athlone to Howth?

The distance between Athlone and Howth is 145 km. The road distance is 139.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Howth without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €14 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Athlone to Howth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Howth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Howth train from?

Athlone to Howth train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athlone station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Howth?

The best way to get from Athlone to Howth is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €14 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €23 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Athlone to Howth bus arrive?

Athlone to Howth bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Athlone to Howth train arrive?

Athlone to Howth train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Howth?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Howth is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Athlone to Howth.

Where can I stay near Howth?

There are 969+ hotels available in Howth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heuston803 / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to HowthRe / ...
2h 16m
€15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcadia to Bachelors Walk763
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street Lower to Main Street Howth6 / ...
3h 15m
€18–23
Drive 139.1 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Howth139.1 km
1h 32m
€24–34
Bus via Navan
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Navan190
2. Take the bus from Navan to Irish LifeNx
4h 43m
€22–31

Athlone to Howth by train, tram, and foot

132Weekly Services

2h 16mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.3 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Howth, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athlone to Howth via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arcadia to Main Street Howth via Bachelors Walk and Abbey Street Lower in around 3h 15m.

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