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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Athlone is to train which costs €27 - €45 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Glengall Street and arriving at Arcadia via Dublin Airport Zone 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Belfast Great Central and arriving at Athlone via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Belfast to Athlone?

The distance between Belfast and Athlone is 311 km. The road distance is 217.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs €27 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Belfast to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Athlone bus from?

Belfast to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Glengall Street station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Athlone train from?

Belfast to Athlone train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Great Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Athlone?

The best way to get from Belfast to Athlone is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs €27 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs €26 - €50 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Belfast to Athlone bus arrive?

Belfast to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Belfast to Athlone train arrive?

Belfast to Athlone train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Athlone is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Belfast to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 65+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Rail
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re / ...
4h 38m
€28–41
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 11 to Arcadiabus 763 / ...
5h 20m
€26–46
Drive 217.4 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Athlonecar 217.4 km
2h 49m
€38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Cavan Bus Stationbus 271
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Athlone Stationbus 466
5h 38m

Belfast to Athlone by train and tram

101Weekly Services

4h 38mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Belfast to Athlone.

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Distance: 311.3 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Athlone via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Glengall Street to Arcadia via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Dublin Airport Zone 11 in around 5h 20m.

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