Dublin to Athlone bus

Thu, 12 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dublin to Athlone

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Nov
Cheapest price on 12 Nov
฿ 711
Average ticket price on 12 Nov
฿ 711
Fastest journey on 12 Nov
1 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 12 Nov
1 h 55 m
Buses on 12 Nov
8
Distance
113 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dublin to Athlone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dublin to Athlone will cost around ฿ 711 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only ฿ 711.

Fast coaches

On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 8 buses from Dublin to Athlone, including 8 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 113 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Dublin to Athlone

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Take a bus from Dublin to Athlone and enjoy the approximately 113 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 22:00.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
113 km
First bus
7:00 AM
Last bus
10:00 PM
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Dublin to Athlone trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dublin to Athlone.

The earliest coach from Dublin to Athlone leaves at 7:00 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Dublin to Athlone leaves at 10:00 pm.

Live departures

Dublin to Athlone bus times

The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Athlone coaches for today, Wednesday, 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Citylink10:00 PM Dublin
1h55
11:55 PM Arcadia0 changesdirect
Thursday, 12 November
Citylink7:00 AM Dublin
1h55
8:55 AM Arcadia0 changesdirect
Citylink9:00 AM Dublin
1h55
10:55 AM Arcadia0 changesdirect
Citylink12:00 PM Dublin
1h55
1:55 PM Arcadia0 changesdirect
Citylink2:00 PM Dublin
1h55
3:55 PM Arcadia0 changesdirect
Citylink4:00 PM Dublin
1h55
5:55 PM Arcadia0 changesdirect
Citylink6:00 PM Dublin
1h55
7:55 PM Arcadia0 changesdirect
Citylink8:00 PM Dublin
1h55
9:55 PM Arcadia0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Bus providers: Citylink from Dublin to AthloneYou can travel by bus between Dublin to Athlone with Citylink. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Citylink Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Citylink Price
฿ 711
Citylink frequency
7 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Dublin and Athlone

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Dublin to Athlone, you can count on Citylink for the best way to get you to Athlone. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Dublin and Athlone and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
No, the coach from Dublin to Athlone has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Dublin to Athlone.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Dublin to Athlone.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Dublin to Athlone.
No, luggage for the coach from Dublin to Athlone needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Dublin to Athlone.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Dublin to Athlone.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Dublin to Athlone.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Dublin to Athlone.

FAQs: Dublin to Athlone coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Athlone by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athlone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dublin and Athlone including taking a train and coach.
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