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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Athlone is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 3h 26m.

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 26m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Athlone Station via Monaghan Bus Station and Cavan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

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 Great Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Portrush to Athlone?

The distance between Portrush and Athlone is 420 km. The road distance is 248.4 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 7h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m 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 Goldline Express, depart from Dunluce Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Athlone train from?

Portrush to Athlone train services, operated by Translink Northern Ireland Rail, 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 7h 33m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Portrush to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portrush to Athlone train arrive?

Portrush to Athlone train services, operated by Translink Northern Ireland Rail, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Athlone is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Portrush to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 73+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Portrush 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 Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re / ...
7h 33m
Drive 248.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Portrush to Athlonecar 248.4 km
3h 26m
€44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunluce Avenue to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Cavan Bus Stationbus 175 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Athlone Stationbus 466
7h 52m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portrush to Athlone.

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Distance: 419.6 km
Duration: 7h 33m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Athlone via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 7h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Athlone Station via Monaghan Bus Station and Cavan Bus Station in around 7h 52m.

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