What is the cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Athenry?

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Athenry is to drive which costs €14 - €21 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Castlebar to Athenry?

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Athenry is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct train between Castlebar and Athenry?

No, there is no direct train from Castlebar to Athenry. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Athenry via Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Castlebar to Athenry?

The distance between Castlebar and Athenry is 112 km. The road distance is 84.2 km.

How do I travel from Castlebar to Athenry without a car?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Athenry without a car is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs €13 - €27.

How long does it take to get from Castlebar to Athenry?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Castlebar to Athenry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Athenry train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlebar to Athenry?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Athenry is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs €13 - €27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €24 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Castlebar to Athenry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlebar to Athenry?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlebar to Athenry is 84 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Castlebar to Athenry.

Where can I stay near Athenry?

There are 488+ hotels available in Athenry.

Castlebar to Athenry - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Castlebar to Athenry by bus, train, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Galway Ceannt Station52
2h 51m
€13–27
Train
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Athlone803 / ...
2. Take the train from Athlone to AthenryIc / ...
3h 15m
€17–24
Drive 84.2 km
1. Drive from Castlebar to Athenry84.2 km
1h 3m
€14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castlebar to Athenry84.2 km
1h 3m
€120–150

Castlebar to Athenry by bus and train

77Weekly Services

2h 51mAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Castlebar to Athenry.

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Distance: 111.5 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Castlebar, Ireland and Athenry, Ireland?

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Castlebar to Galway Ceannt Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–22 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Bus Éireann also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Castlebar to Athenry via Athlone in around 3h 15m.

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