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

The cheapest way to get from Heuston to Athlone is to train which costs €13 - €20 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heuston to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Heuston and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Crampton Quay and arriving at Arcadia. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Heuston to Athlone?

The distance between Heuston and Athlone is 126 km. The road distance is 122.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Heuston to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 2h 4m and costs €14 - €20.

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

The bus from Crampton Quay to Arcadia takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Heuston to Athlone bus from?

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

Train or bus from Heuston to Athlone?

The best way to get from Heuston to Athlone is to bus which takes 2h 4m and costs €14 - €20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €20 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Heuston to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heuston to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Heuston to Athlone is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Heuston to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 68+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Heuston to Athlone by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Arcadiabus 763
2h 4m
€14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re / ...
2h 23m
€14–20
Drive 122.3 km
1. Drive from Heuston to Athlonecar 122.3 km
1h 18m
€21–30
Bus via An Muileann gCearr
1. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Mullingar Castle Streetbus 115 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mullingar Castle Street to Athlone Stationbus 190 / ...
3h 46m
€17–25

Heuston to Athlone by foot and bus

56Weekly Services

2h 4mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.3 km
Duration: 2h 4m

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

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

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