What is the cheapest way to get from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone is to train which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Rosslare Harbour and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Rosslare Harbour and arriving at Athlone Station via Waterford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Rosslare Harbour and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Rosslare Europort and arriving at Athlone via Abbey Street and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone?

The distance between Rosslare Harbour and Athlone is 297 km. The road distance is 198 km.

How do I travel from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs €26 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rosslare Harbour to Athlone bus from?

Rosslare Harbour to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Rosslare Harbour station.

Where do I catch the Rosslare Harbour to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone?

The best way to get from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Rosslare Harbour to Athlone bus arrive?

Rosslare Harbour to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Waterford Bus Station.

Where does the Rosslare Harbour to Athlone train arrive?

Rosslare Harbour to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tara Street station.

Can I drive from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Rosslare Harbour to Athlone is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 66+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rosslare Harbour 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 Rosslare Europort to Tara StreetIc
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to AthloneIc / ...
5h 25m
€27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rosslare Harbour to Waterford Bus Station40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Athlone Station73
6h 28m
€28–41
Drive 198 km
1. Drive from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone198 km
2h 33m
€34–48
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Wexford O'Hanrahan Station to Dublin Airport Zone 14740 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 11 to Arcadia763 / ...
7h 31m
€38–54

Rosslare Harbour to Athlone by train, foot, and tram

26Weekly Services

5h 25mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone.

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Distance: 297.1 km
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Rosslare Harbour, IE-WX, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a train from Rosslare Europort to Athlone via Tara Street, Abbey Street, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rosslare Harbour to Athlone Station via Waterford Bus Station in around 6h 28m.

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