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

The cheapest way to get from Finglas to Athlone is to train which costs €13 - €21 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Finglas to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Finglas and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Finglas to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Finglas Place and arriving at Arcadia via Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Finglas and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Finglas to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Broombridge and arriving at Athlone via Abbey Street and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Finglas to Athlone?

The distance between Finglas and Athlone is 135 km. The road distance is 122.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Finglas to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €13 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Finglas to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Finglas to Athlone bus from?

Finglas to Athlone bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Crampton Quay station.

Where do I catch the Finglas to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Finglas to Athlone?

The best way to get from Finglas to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €13 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Finglas to Athlone bus arrive?

Finglas to Athlone bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Arcadia station.

Where does the Finglas to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Finglas to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Finglas to Athlone is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Finglas to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 65+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Finglas to Athlone by tram and train

101Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Finglas to Athlone.

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Distance: 135.2 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Athlone hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Crampton Quay to Arcadia every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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