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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Mallow is to bus and train which costs €20 - €28 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Mallow is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Mallow?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Mallow. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Mallow via Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Mallow?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Mallow. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Mallow via Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Athlone to Mallow?

The distance between Athlone and Mallow is 228 km. The road distance is 180 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Mallow without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Athlone to Mallow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Mallow bus from?

Athlone to Mallow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Stn station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Mallow train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Mallow?

The best way to get from Athlone to Mallow is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Athlone to Mallow bus arrive?

Athlone to Mallow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Athlone to Mallow train arrive?

Athlone to Mallow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Mallow?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Mallow is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Athlone to Mallow.

Where can I stay near Mallow?

There are 42+ hotels available in Mallow.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Mallowtrain Ic / ...
3h 21m
€21–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Mallowtrain Ic / ...
4h
€21–27
Drive 180 km
1. Drive from Athlone to Mallowcar 180 km
2h 13m
€31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 72
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Mallowbus 51
4h 21m
€36–49

Athlone to Mallow by train

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Distance: 227.6 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Mallow via Portarlington and Portlaoise in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Mallow via Limerick Colbert in around 4h 21m.

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