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Buncrana, Irish → Athlone, Irish

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Buncrana to Athlone

Composite routes from Buncrana to Athlone

Cheapest
3 h 10 min
Car
233 km.
from $12
Other
7 h 9 min
Bus, Train
192 km.
from $53.38
7 h 19 min
Bus, Train
192 km.
from $40.04
7 h 40 min
192 km.
from $67.02
7 h 42 min
192 km.
from $51.22

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Dublin Heuston to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Train from Sligo to Longford
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Cavan
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.02

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48
Bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Monaghan
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Monaghan
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65
Bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Cavan
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.83–$15.29
Bus from Cavan Bus Station to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 11 to Arcadia
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$25.48

Mc Ginley Coach Travel

Phone:
074 9135201
Email:
info@johnmcginley.com
Website:
johnmcginley.com/
Bus from Cockhill Road to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.57–$38.21

Local Link Cavan Monaghan

Phone:
1850 211 923
Email:
cm@locallink.ie
Website:
locallinkcm.ie/
Bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Cavan
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Buncrana to Athlone is to bus and train which costs $31.52 - $48.91 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buncrana to Athlone is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Buncrana and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Buncrana to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Cockhill Road and arriving at Arcadia via Dublin Airport Zone 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Buncrana to Athlone?

The distance between Buncrana and Athlone is 394 km. The road distance is 233.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Buncrana to Athlone without a car is to bus and train via Dublin which takes 7h 9m and costs $47.83 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Buncrana to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buncrana to Athlone bus from?

Buncrana to Athlone bus services, operated by Mc Ginley Coach Travel, depart from Cockhill Road station.

Where does the Buncrana to Athlone bus arrive?

Buncrana to Athlone bus services, operated by Mc Ginley Coach Travel, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Can I drive from Buncrana to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Buncrana to Athlone is 234 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Buncrana to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 53+ hotels available in Athlone. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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