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

The cheapest way to get from Banbridge to Athlone is to train which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banbridge to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Banbridge and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Banbridge to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Kenlis Street and arriving at Arcadia via Dublin Airport Zone 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Banbridge to Athlone?

The distance between Banbridge and Athlone is 261 km. The road distance is 175.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Banbridge to Athlone without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Banbridge to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banbridge to Athlone bus from?

Banbridge to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Kenlis Street station.

Train or bus from Banbridge to Athlone?

The best way to get from Banbridge to Athlone is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs €24 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Banbridge to Athlone bus arrive?

Banbridge to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Can I drive from Banbridge to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Banbridge to Athlone is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Banbridge to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 69+ hotels available in Athlone.

Banbridge to Athlone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Banbridge to Athlone by bus, train, or car

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kenlis Street to Dublin Airport T2bus X1
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re / ...
4h 29m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portadown to Dublin Connollytrain Rail
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re / ...
5h 10m
€25–37
Drive 175.2 km
1. Drive from Banbridge to Athlonecar 175.2 km
2h 34m
€30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kenlis Street to Dublin Airport T2bus X1
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 11 to Arcadiabus 763 / ...
5h 5m
Bus via Dundalk
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Athlone Stationbus 190
7h 22m
€25–44

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Banbridge to Athlone.

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Distance: 261.2 km
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Banbridge, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon, Northern Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Banview Heights to Athlone via High Street Stop C, Portadown, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kenlis Street to Arcadia via Dublin Airport T2 and Dublin Airport Zone 11 in around 5h 5m.

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