Dublin to Athlone Train
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Dublin to Athlone by train
The journey from Dublin to Athlone by train is 70.52 mi and takes 1 hr 31 mins. There are 15 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:45 and the last at 20:30. It is possible to travel from Dublin to Athlone by train for as little as £8.65 or as much as £11.03. The best price for this journey is £8.65.
| Lowest Price | £8.65 |
| Journey Duration | 1 hr 31 mins |
| Connection per Day | Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail 15 |
| Lowest Price | Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail £8.65 |
| Highest Price | Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail £11.03 |
| First Departure | Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail 05:45 |
| Last Departure | Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail 20:30 |
| Distance | Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail 70.52 mi |
| Departure | Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail Dublin |
| Arrival | Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail Athlone |
| Carriers | Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail |
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Find the best day to travel to Athlone by train
When travelling to Athlone by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Dublin to Athlone CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
7.94kg
Bus
8.51kg
Flight
22.7kg
Car
18.16kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Dublin to Athlone by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Dublin and Athlone are 7.94kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Dublin and Athlone? By taking the train between Dublin and Athlone you will save 14.76kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.57kg compared to a bus and 10.22kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Dublin to Athlone?
A train ticket from Dublin to Athlone is £9.24. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £8.65.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Dublin to Athlone?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Dublin to Athlone is £8.65. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Dublin and Athlone by train?
Dublin to Athlone is 70.52 mi.
How long does the train between Dublin and Athlone take?
Dublin to Athlone is on average 1 hr 31 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 19 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Dublin to Athlone?
Dublin to Athlone has 15 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Dublin to Athlone leave?
The earliest train from Dublin to Athlone departs at 05:45. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Dublin to Athlone depart?
The latest train from Dublin to Athlone departs at 20:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Dublin to Athlone in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £8.65 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Dublin to Athlone?
There are on average 14 direct connection(s) from Dublin to go to Athlone.
What's the fastest journey time between Dublin to Athlone by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Dublin and Athlone is 1 hr 19 mins.
Is there a direct train from Dublin to Athlone?
Yes, there is a direct train between Dublin and Athlone.
What are the CO2 emissions for Dublin to Athlone by train?
The train journey from Dublin to Athlone creates 7.94kg of CO2 emissions.