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09/06/2026
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Wicklow to Athlone by train

The journey from Wicklow to Athlone by train is 84.88 mi and takes 4 hrs 8 mins. There are 2 connections per day, with the first departure at 11:42 and the last at 16:05. It is possible to travel from Wicklow to Athlone by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hrs 8 mins
Connection per Day 2
First Departure 11:42
Last Departure 16:05
Distance 84.88 mi
Departure Wicklow
Arrival Athlone
Carriers Irish Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Wicklow to Athlone

The cheapest Wicklow - Athlone train tickets can be found for as low as £3.09 if you’re lucky, or £4.93 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £6.67.

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!

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Wicklow to Athlone CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
9.56kg
Bus
10.25kg
Flight
27.32kg
Car
21.86kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Wicklow to Athlone by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Wicklow and Athlone are 9.56kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Wicklow and Athlone? By taking the train between Wicklow and Athlone you will save 17.76kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.69kg compared to a bus and 12.3kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Wicklow and Athlone by train?
Wicklow to Athlone is 84.88 mi.
How long does the train between Wicklow and Athlone take?
Wicklow to Athlone is on average 4 hrs 8 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 55 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Wicklow to Athlone?
Wicklow to Athlone has 2 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Wicklow to Athlone leave?
The earliest train from Wicklow to Athlone departs at 11:42. 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 Wicklow to Athlone depart?
The latest train from Wicklow to Athlone departs at 16:05. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Wicklow to Athlone by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Wicklow and Athlone is 3 hrs 55 mins.
Is there a direct train from Wicklow to Athlone?
Yes, there is a direct train between Wicklow and Athlone.
What are the CO2 emissions for Wicklow to Athlone by train?
The train journey from Wicklow to Athlone creates 9.56kg of CO2 emissions.

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