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

The cheapest way to get from Clane to Athlone is to train which costs €15 - €23 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Clane to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Clane and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Clane to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Clane and arriving at Arcadia via Edenderry JKL Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Clane to Athlone?

The distance between Clane and Athlone is 106 km. The road distance is 100.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Clane to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €15 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Clane to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clane to Athlone bus from?

Clane to Athlone bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, depart from Clane station.

Train or bus from Clane to Athlone?

The best way to get from Clane to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €15 - €23. Alternatively, you can line 120 bus and bus via Edenderry JKL Street, which costs and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Clane to Athlone bus arrive?

Clane to Athlone bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, arrive at Edenderry JKL Street station.

Can I drive from Clane to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Clane to Athlone is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Clane to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 65+ hotels available in Athlone.

Clane to Athlone - 5 ways to travel via train, line 120 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Clane to Athlone by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Sallins to Athlonetrain Re
2h 31m
€15–23
Line 120 bus, bus via Edenderry JKL Street
1. Take the bus from Clane to Edenderry JKL Streetbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edenderry JKL Street to Arcadiabus Ai05
2h 56m
Drive 100.2 km
1. Drive from Clane to Athlonecar 100.2 km
1h 10m
€17–25
Line 202 train, train
1. Take the train from Sallins to Portarlingtontrain 202 / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Re / ...
3h 5m
€16–25
Line 120 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Prosperous Rd to Liffey Valley SCbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liffey Valley to Arcadiabus 763
3h 21m
€16–22

Clane to Athlone by bus and train

6Weekly Services

2h 31mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Clane to Athlone.

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Distance: 105.7 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Sallins to Athlone 6 times a week. Tickets cost €9–14 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clane to Arcadia via Edenderry JKL Street in around 2h 56m.

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