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

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Athlone is to train which costs €10 - €15 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Athlone is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs €10 - €15.

Is there a direct bus between Castlebar and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castlebar and arriving at Athlone Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Castlebar and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Castlebar and arriving at Athlone. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Castlebar to Athlone?

The distance between Castlebar and Athlone is 116 km. The road distance is 113 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlebar to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs €10 - €15.

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

The train from Castlebar to Athlone takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Athlone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlebar to Athlone?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Athlone is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs €10 - €15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €25 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Castlebar to Athlone bus arrive?

Castlebar to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.

Where does the Castlebar to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlebar to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlebar to Athlone is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Castlebar to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 65+ hotels available in Athlone.

Castlebar to Athlone - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Castlebar to Athlone by train, bus, or car

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Castlebar to Athlone by train

39Weekly Trains

1h 35mAverage Duration

€10Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Castlebar to Athlone.

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Distance: 116.2 km
Duration: 1h 35m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Castlebar to Athlone every 4 hours. Tickets cost €10–15 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Castlebar to Athlone Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 3h 13m.

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