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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Kells is to bus via An Muileann gCearr which costs €13 - €21 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Kells is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs €14 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Kells?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Kells. However, there are services departing from Golden Island and arriving at Eureka School via Austin Friars Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Athlone to Kells?

The distance between Athlone and Kells is 92 km. The road distance is 88.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Kells without a car is to bus via An Muileann gCearr which takes 2h 38m and costs €13 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Athlone to Kells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Kells bus from?

Athlone to Kells bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Golden Island station.

Where does the Athlone to Kells bus arrive?

Athlone to Kells bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Austin Friars Street station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Kells?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Kells is 89 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Athlone to Kells.

Where can I stay near Kells?

There are 117+ hotels available in Kells.

Athlone to Kells - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to Kells by bus, car, or taxi

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 An Muileann gCearr
best
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Austin Friars Street190
2. Take the bus from Austin Friars Street to Eureka School167
2h 38m
€13–20
Drive 88.6 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Kells88.6 km
1h 21m
€15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Athlone to Kells88.6 km
1h 21m
€120–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Navan190
2h 49m
€16–24

Athlone to Kells by bus

35Weekly Buses

2h 38mAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 92.4 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Kells, IE-MH, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Golden Island to Eureka School via Austin Friars Street in around 2h 38m.

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