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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Athlone is to bus via Dublin which costs €35 - €50 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Athlone is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Athlone Stn via North Road and Cavan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Athlone via Coleraine, Belfast Grand Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Portrush to Athlone?

The distance between Portrush and Athlone is 419 km. The road distance is 248.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs €50 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Portrush to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Athlone bus from?

Portrush to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Dunluce Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Portrush to Athlone?

The best way to get from Portrush to Athlone is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs €50 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Portrush to Athlone bus arrive?

Portrush to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Monaghan Bus Station.

Where does the Portrush to Athlone train arrive?

Portrush to Athlone train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Athlone is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Portrush to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 74+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
6h 54m
€52–77
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to High Streetbus 218
2. Take the bus from Belfast Glengall to The Gresham Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Arcadiabus 763
9h 20m
€37–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunluce Avenue to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the bus from North Road to Cavan Bus Stnbus 176
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 466
8h 27m
Drive 248.3 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Athlonecar 248.3 km
3h 25m
€45–65

Portrush to Athlone by train and tram

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6h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 419.4 km
Duration: 6h 54m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Athlone via Coleraine, Belfast Grand Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Athlone Stn via Monaghan Bus Station, North Road, and Cavan Bus Stn in around 8h 27m.

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