What is the cheapest way to get from Red Cow to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Red Cow to Athlone is to train which costs €12 - €20 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Red Cow to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from Red Cow to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Red Cow and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Red Cow to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Mount Talbot and arriving at Arcadia via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Red Cow and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Red Cow to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Red Cow and arriving at Athlone via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Red Cow to Athlone?

The distance between Red Cow and Athlone is 136 km. The road distance is 118.2 km.

How do I travel from Red Cow to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from Red Cow to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €12 - €20.

How long does it take to get from Red Cow to Athlone?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Red Cow to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Red Cow to Athlone bus from?

Red Cow to Athlone bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Heuston Station.

Where do I catch the Red Cow to Athlone train from?

Red Cow to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Heuston station.

Train or bus from Red Cow to Athlone?

The best way to get from Red Cow to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €12 - €20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Red Cow to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Red Cow to Athlone train arrive?

Red Cow to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Athlone station.

Can I drive from Red Cow to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Red Cow to Athlone is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Red Cow to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 68+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Red Cow 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 Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Re / ...
2h 28m
€13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Arcadiabus 763
3h 20m
€17–23
Drive 118.2 km
1. Drive from Red Cow to Athlonecar 118.2 km
1h 12m
€20–29
Bus via An Muileann gCearr
1. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Mullingar Castle Streetbus 115 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mullingar Castle Street to Athlone Stationbus 190 / ...
4h 18m
€18–27

Red Cow to Athlone by tram and train

101Weekly Services

2h 28mAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.5 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Red Cow, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Athlone hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Heuston Station to Arcadia every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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