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

The cheapest way to get from Coleraine to Athlone is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coleraine to Athlone is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Coleraine and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Coleraine to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Coleraine Buscentre and arriving at Athlone Station via Monaghan Bus Station and Cavan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Coleraine and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Coleraine to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Coleraine and arriving at Athlone via Belfast Great Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Coleraine to Athlone?

The distance between Coleraine and Athlone is 410 km. The road distance is 239.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Coleraine to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs €40 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Coleraine to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coleraine to Athlone bus from?

Coleraine to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where do I catch the Coleraine to Athlone train from?

Coleraine to Athlone train services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine station.

Train or bus from Coleraine to Athlone?

The best way to get from Coleraine to Athlone is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Coleraine to Athlone bus arrive?

Coleraine to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Monaghan Bus Station.

Where does the Coleraine to Athlone train arrive?

Coleraine to Athlone train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Coleraine to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Coleraine to Athlone is 240 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Coleraine to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 65+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Coleraine 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 Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re / ...
6h 40m
€41–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Cavan Bus Stationbus 175 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Athlone Stationbus 466
7h 29m
Drive 239.6 km
1. Drive from Coleraine to Athlonecar 239.6 km
3h 19m
€42–60

Coleraine to Athlone by train and tram

101Weekly Services

6h 40mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Coleraine to Athlone.

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Distance: 410.2 km
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Coleraine, Northern Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a train from Coleraine to Athlone via Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Athlone Station via Monaghan Bus Station and Cavan Bus Station in around 7h 29m.

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