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

The cheapest way to get from Castleblayney to Athlone is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleblayney to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Castleblayney and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Castleblayney to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Castleblayney and arriving at Arcadia via Dublin Airport Zone 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Castleblayney to Athlone?

The distance between Castleblayney and Athlone is 240 km. The road distance is 131 km.

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

The best way to get from Castleblayney to Athlone without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 8m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Castleblayney to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castleblayney to Athlone bus from?

Castleblayney to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Castleblayney station.

Train or bus from Castleblayney to Athlone?

The best way to get from Castleblayney to Athlone is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Castleblayney to Athlone bus arrive?

Castleblayney to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Castleblayney to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleblayney to Athlone is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Castleblayney to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 68+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Castleblayney 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 Castleblayney to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re / ...
4h 8m
€36–49
Drive 131 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Castleblayney to Athlonecar 131 km
1h 51m
€22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re / ...
4h 46m
€28–44
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Castleblayney to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 11 to Arcadiabus 763 / ...
4h 43m
€31–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castleblayney to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 182
2. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Athlone Stationbus 190
5h 24m
€22–32

Castleblayney to Athlone by bus and train

82Weekly Services

4h 8mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Castleblayney to Athlone.

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Distance: 240 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Castleblayney to Athlone via Dundalk Bus Station, Stapleton Place, Dundalk, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castleblayney to Arcadia via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Dublin Airport Zone 11 in around 4h 43m.

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