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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Dublin to Athlone
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dublin to Athlone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Athlone will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 4 buses that leave Dublin for Athlone on Thu, Dec 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct buses cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest buses will take 2 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dublin to Athlone
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Athlone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €17.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€23 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dublin to Athlone
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Buses from Dublin to Athlone run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: AirCoach, Infobus, Citylink from Dublin to AthloneYou can travel by bus between Dublin to Athlone with AirCoach, Infobus, Citylink for as low as $19 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
AirCoach
Citylink
FAQs: Bus from Dublin to Athlone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Athlone by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athlone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Dublin, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), Dublin, Airport (Terminal 1) and Aston Quay, Bedford Row. When arriving in Athlone, you can end your journey in bus stations like Athlone, Arcadia Retail Centre and Athlone, Institute of Technology (AIT).
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), which is located around 9.1 miles (14.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Athlone, Arcadia Retail Centre, located 0.5 miles (834 m) away from the city centre.
- AirCoach
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- AirCoach
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Dublin to Athlone, follow these tips:
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- AirCoach
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- AirCoach
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dublin to Athlone
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- The Garden Terrace (in the station)
- Available outside the terminal at the designated taxi rank.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 41, 102
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area, Zone 20.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 16, 41, 700
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