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

The cheapest way to get from Castlerea to Athlone is to train which costs €6 - €9 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlerea to Athlone is to train which takes 48 min and costs €6 - €9.

Is there a direct bus between Castlerea and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castlerea and arriving at Athlone Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Castlerea and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Castlerea and arriving at Athlone. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Castlerea to Athlone?

The distance between Castlerea and Athlone is 56 km. The road distance is 61.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlerea to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs €6 - €9.

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

The train from Castlerea to Athlone takes 48 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Athlone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlerea to Athlone?

The best way to get from Castlerea to Athlone is to train which takes 48 min and costs €6 - €9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €12 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Castlerea to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castlerea to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlerea to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlerea to Athlone is 62 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Castlerea to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 64+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Castlerea to Athlone by train

46Weekly Trains

48 minAverage Duration

€6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 56.3 km
Duration: 48 min

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Castlerea to Athlone every 4 hours. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Castlerea to Athlone Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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