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

The cheapest way to get from Howth to Athlone is to train which costs €14 - €23 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howth to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Howth and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Howth to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Main Street Howth and arriving at Arcadia via Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Howth and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Howth to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Howth and arriving at Athlone via Abbey St. and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Howth to Athlone?

The distance between Howth and Athlone is 145 km. The road distance is 137.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Howth to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs €14 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Howth to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howth to Athlone bus from?

Howth to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Main Street Howth station.

Where do I catch the Howth to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Howth to Athlone?

The best way to get from Howth to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs €14 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Howth to Athlone bus arrive?

Howth to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Abbey St Lower station.

Where does the Howth to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howth to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Howth to Athlone is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Howth to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 68+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Howth to Athlone by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Howth to Tara Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2h 47m
€15–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Main Street Howth to Abbey St Lowerbus 6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Arcadiabus 763
3h 50m
€17–23
Drive 137.9 km
1. Drive from Howth to Athlonecar 137.9 km
1h 31m
€25–36
Bus via Navan
1. Take the bus from Beresford Place to Navanbus Nx / ...
2. Take the bus from Navan to Athlone Stnbus 190
5h 30m
€37–51

Howth to Athlone by train, foot, and tram

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Distance: 145.3 km
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Howth, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

You can take a train from Howth to Athlone via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street Howth to Arcadia via Abbey St Lower and Crampton Quay in around 3h 50m.

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