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

The cheapest way to get from Maynooth to Athlone is to train which costs €15 - €24 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maynooth to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Maynooth and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Maynooth station to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Maynooth Station and arriving at Arcadia via Enfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Maynooth and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Maynooth to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Maynooth and arriving at Athlone via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Maynooth to Athlone?

The distance between Maynooth and Athlone is 102 km. The road distance is 98.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Maynooth to Athlone without a car is to line 115 bus and bus which takes 2h 46m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Maynooth to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maynooth to Athlone bus from?

Maynooth to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Maynooth Station.

Where do I catch the Maynooth to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Maynooth to Athlone?

The best way to get from Maynooth to Athlone is to line 115 bus and bus which takes 2h 46m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €15 - €24 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Maynooth to Athlone bus arrive?

Maynooth to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Enfield station.

Where does the Maynooth to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maynooth to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Maynooth to Athlone is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Maynooth to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 69+ hotels available in Athlone.

Maynooth to Athlone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 115 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 115 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Maynooth Station to Enfieldbus 115
2. Take the bus from Enfield to Arcadiabus 763
2h 46m
€23–32
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maynooth to Dublin Connollytrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2h 57m
€16–24
Drive 98.3 km
1. Drive from Maynooth to Athlonecar 98.3 km
1h 1m
€18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maynooth University to Mullingar Stnbus 115 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mullingar Stn to Athlone Stnbus 819
3h 28m
€30–42

Maynooth to Athlone by bus

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Distance: 102.2 km
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Maynooth Station to Arcadia via Enfield in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Maynooth to Athlone via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 57m.

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