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223 km.
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Letterkenny, Irish → Athlone, Irish

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Letterkenny to Athlone

Composite routes from Letterkenny to Athlone

Cheapest
2 h 52 min
Car
223 km.
from $12
Other
5 h 45 min
168 km.
from $61.92
5 h 56 min
Bus, Train
169 km.
from $40
6 h 55 min
170 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

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

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Letterkenny LYIT to Donegal
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38
Bus from Donegal Abbey Hotel to Cavan
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48
Bus from Letterkenny LYIT to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Letterkenny LYIT to Donegal
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29
Bus from Donegal Abbey Hotel to Cavan
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Bus from Cavan Bus Station to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38
Bus from Letterkenny LYIT to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65
Bus from Longford Station to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Arcadia
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$22.93

Bus Feda Teoranta

Phone:
+353 74 954 8114
Email:
info@feda.ie
Website:
busfeda.ie/
Bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Galway
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Letterkenny to Athlone is to bus and train which costs $31.52 - $48.91 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Letterkenny to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Letterkenny and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Letterkenny to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Letterkenny LYIT and arriving at Athlone Station via Donegal Abbey Hotel and Cavan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Letterkenny to Athlone?

The distance between Letterkenny and Athlone is 259 km. The road distance is 224.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Letterkenny to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs $33.70 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Letterkenny to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Letterkenny to Athlone bus from?

Letterkenny to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway, depart from Letterkenny LYIT station.

Where does the Letterkenny to Athlone bus arrive?

Letterkenny to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway, arrive at Donegal Abbey Hotel station.

Can I drive from Letterkenny to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Letterkenny to Athlone is 224 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Letterkenny 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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