What is the cheapest way to get from Athy to Castlerock?

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Castlerock is to train which costs £35 - £55 and takes 6h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athy to Castlerock?

The fastest way to get from Athy to Castlerock is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Castlerock via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Great Victoria Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Athy to Castlerock?

The distance between Athy and Castlerock is 226 miles. The road distance is 178.4 miles.

How do I travel from Athy to Castlerock without a car?

The best way to get from Athy to Castlerock without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs £35 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Athy to Castlerock?

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Athy to Castlerock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Castlerock train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Castlerock?

The best way to get from Athy to Castlerock is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Athy to Castlerock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athy to Castlerock?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Castlerock is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Athy to Castlerock.

Where can I stay near Castlerock?

There are 706+ hotels available in Castlerock.

Athy to Castlerock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Athy to Castlerock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athy to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Castlerock
6h 38m
£36–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Naas to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall Street785
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Coleraine Buscentre218
7h 10m
Drive 177.3 mi
1. Drive from Athy to Castlerock177.3 mi
3h 58m
£45–64
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Athy to Westland Row Church130
2. Take the bus from Westland Row to Glengall Street785
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Castlerock0
7h 45m

Athy to Castlerock by train and tram

73Weekly Services

6h 38mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224.9 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Athy, Ireland and Castlerock, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Athy to Castlerock via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Great Victoria Street in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athy to Castlerock via Naas, Dublin Airport Zone 16, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1, Glengall Street, Bridge Street 2, Coleraine Buscentre, and Coleraine in around 7h 10m.

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