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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Athlone is to train which costs €7 - €11 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Athlone is to drive which takes 57 min and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Galway Coach Station station and arriving at Arcadia. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Galway and arriving at Athlone. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Galway to Athlone?

The distance between Galway and Athlone is 78 km. The road distance is 86.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs €7 - €11.

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

The train from Galway to Athlone takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Galway to Athlone bus from?

Galway to Athlone bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Athlone?

The best way to get from Galway to Athlone is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs €7 - €11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €18 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Galway to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galway to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Athlone is 87 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Galway to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 65+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Galway to Athlone by train, bus, or car

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Galway to Athlone by train

97Weekly Trains

1h 6mAverage Duration

€7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 78.4 km
Duration: 1h 6m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Galway to Athlone hourly. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Galway Coach Station to Arcadia every 4 hours. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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