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

The cheapest way to get from Newry to Athlone is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newry to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €27 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Newry and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Newry station to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Newry Bus Station and arriving at Arcadia via Dublin Airport Zone 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Newry and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Newry to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Newry and arriving at Athlone via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Newry to Athlone?

The distance between Newry and Athlone is 242 km. The road distance is 161.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Newry to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Newry to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newry to Athlone bus from?

Newry to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Newry Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Newry to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Newry to Athlone?

The best way to get from Newry to Athlone is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Newry to Athlone bus arrive?

Newry to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Newry to Athlone train arrive?

Newry to Athlone train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Newry to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Newry to Athlone is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Newry to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 65+ hotels available in Athlone.

Newry to Athlone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Newry 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 Newry to Dublin Connollytrain Rail
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re / ...
3h 42m
€22–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re / ...
3h 59m
Drive 161.6 km
1. Drive from Newry to Athlonecar 161.6 km
2h 15m
€28–41
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 11 to Arcadiabus 763 / ...
4h 35m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Athlone Stationbus 190
5h 42m
€25–44

Newry to Athlone by train and tram

101Weekly Services

3h 42mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Newry to Athlone.

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Distance: 242.4 km
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Newry to Athlone via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newry Bus Station to Arcadia via Dublin Airport T2 and Dublin Airport Zone 11 in around 4h 35m.

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