How can I travel from Dublin to Athlone without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to Athlone without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long does it take to get to Athlone from Dublin by bus?

The travel time from Dublin to Athlone is about 2h, although the fastest bus will take 1h 30m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 69 miles (112 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Dublin to Athlone?

About 69 miles (112 km) separate Dublin and Athlone.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dublin to Athlone?

The majority of buses traveling from Dublin to Athlone start their journey at Dublin Airport and wind up at B&Q Arcadia Centre. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Dublin to Athlone?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Dublin to Athlone by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $20.

How much are the bus tickets from Dublin to Athlone?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Dublin to Athlone is $24. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $20 to $25, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Dublin to Athlone?

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from Dublin to Athlone! The total travel time for the round-trip is about 3h. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Athlone before making your way back to Dublin.

Dublin to Athlone Bus Tickets

TodayMay 10

from $19

TomorrowMay 11

from $19

MonMay 12

from $19

TueMay 13

WedMay 14

from $19

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FriMay 16

SatMay 17

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 11 at 5:30pm
Departure city: Dublin
Departure location: Crampton Quay, Temple Bar
Arrival time: May 11 at 7:00pm
Destination city: Athlone
Destination location: Athlone AIT
Operated by: Irish Citylink
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m
Departure time: May 11 at 5:00pm
Departure city: Dublin
Departure location: Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1
Arrival time: May 11 at 7:00pm
Destination city: Athlone
Destination location: Athlone AIT
Operated by: Irish Citylink
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h
Departure time: May 11 at 8:00pm
Departure city: Dublin
Departure location: Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1
Arrival time: May 11 at 10:00pm
Destination city: Athlone
Destination location: Athlone AIT
Operated by: Irish Citylink
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h
Departure time: May 11 at 11:45pm
Departure city: Dublin
Departure location: Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1
Arrival time: May 12 at 1:45am
Destination city: Athlone
Destination location: Athlone AIT
Operated by: Irish Citylink
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h
Departure time: May 11 at 8:30pm
Departure city: Dublin
Departure location: Crampton Quay, Temple Bar
Arrival time: May 11 at 10:00pm
Destination city: Athlone
Destination location: Athlone AIT
Operated by: Irish Citylink
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m

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Bus Dublin to Athlone: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$24

Average bus trip duration2h

Number of daily buses14

Earliest bus departure12:15am

Distance68 miles (109 km)

Latest bus departure11:45pm

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Citylink

4.5/5377 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4.3

Passengers frequently highlight the courteous and professional nature of the drivers, as well as their friendliness and helpfulness. The buses are noted for being clean, spacious, comfortable, and offering a smooth ride with minimal stops. However, there were mentions of missed bus stops at Houston station and limited early morning services from Dublin airport to Athlone.

Irish Citylink Dublin Athlone recent customer reviews

Would like earlier services from Dublin airport to athlone. My flight arrived at 4.45am and i had to wait until 7am for the first bus. The bus was also too hot. However i am glad there is a route to athlone without too many stops which is good.

Audrey M.

December 12, 2024

Third week in a row. First 2 weeks were great. Robert was courteous but very professional including reminding everyone to fasten seat belts. Today a different driver and no seat belt message and we even had to crawl into the hold (halfway in, banging my head also) to get our own bags off Not ideal.

Gordon M.

December 2, 2024

I was waiting for the 763 bus at 18:05 at the Houston station, but the bus passed by without stopping. So I had to wait another 2 hours for the next bus. I would like to know why the bus did not stop

Maria M.

November 27, 2024

Aircoach

4.5/51,787 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

According to the reviews, customers had a very positive experience with the bus service. They mentioned that the trips were relaxing and professional, with friendly staff. However, some minor issues were reported such as late arrivals and non-functional USB charger points at the seats.

Aircoach Dublin Athlone recent customer reviews

Great leg room between the seats. Very clean and tidy. Driver was friendly and helped people with their suitcases. Only problem was that non of the usb charger points worked at the seat area.

Mark D.

March 15, 2024

the bus driver was very nice with me and we arrived on time. Everything was perfect

Alvaro G.

November 22, 2023

Very easy! Easy to locate our bus, the driver was fantastic and we had free wifi on the trip.

Patrick K.

August 21, 2023

IE bus companies: Expressway, Citylink, Aircoach, JJ Kavanagh & Sons, Flight Link, Dublin Express

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Where are the popular stops in Dublin and Athlone?

Stops in Dublin

A - Dublin Airport

B - City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)

C - Custom House Quay

D - Por

E - Dublin

F - Ferryport Terminal 2

Stops in Athlone

A - B&Q Arcadia Centre

B - Athlone Bus Station

C - AIT

Frequently asked questions for your trip Dublin - Athlone

How can I travel from Dublin to Athlone without a car?
How long does it take to get to Athlone from Dublin by bus?
What is the travel distance from Dublin to Athlone?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dublin to Athlone?
What is the most cost-effective way to get from Dublin to Athlone?
How much are the bus tickets from Dublin to Athlone?
Is it possible to take a day trip from Dublin to Athlone?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/08

$19

05/09

$22

Today

$19

05/11

$19

05/12

$19

05/13

$19

05/14

$19

05/15

$19

The cheapest trip from Dublin to Athlone was searched and found on May 11, 2025 with a price of $19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dublin to Athlone, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $19 to $23 for a bus ticket from Dublin to Athlone based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-05-11.

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Bus Dublin to Athlone: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Dublin and Athlone?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Dublin - Athlone

How can I travel from Dublin to Athlone without a car?

How long does it take to get to Athlone from Dublin by bus?

What is the travel distance from Dublin to Athlone?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dublin to Athlone?

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Dublin to Athlone?

How much are the bus tickets from Dublin to Athlone?

Is it possible to take a day trip from Dublin to Athlone?

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