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Athlone to Dublin Bus

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19/11/2025
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Athlone to Dublin by bus

The journey from Athlone to Dublin by bus is 113.5 km and takes 1 hr 47 mins. There are 12 connections per day, with the first departure at 02:45 and the last at 18:50. It is possible to travel from Athlone to Dublin by bus for as little as €19.00 or as much as €21.60. The best price for this journey is €19.00.

Lowest Price €19.00
Journey Duration 1 hr 47 mins
Connection per Day 12
Lowest Price €19.00
Highest Price €21.60
First Departure 02:45
Last Departure 18:50
Distance 113.5 km
Departure Athlone
Arrival Dublin
Carriers Irish Citylink

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When travelling to Dublin by bus, 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!

Athlone to Dublin CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
7.94kg
Bus
8.51kg
Flight
22.7kg
Car
18.16kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Athlone to Dublin?
A bus ticket from Athlone to Dublin is €20.39. 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 €19.00.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Athlone to Dublin?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Athlone to Dublin is €19.00. 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 Athlone and Dublin by bus?
Athlone to Dublin is 113.5 km.
How long does the bus between Athlone and Dublin take?
Athlone to Dublin is on average 1 hr 47 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 30 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from Athlone to Dublin?
Athlone to Dublin has 12 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Athlone to Dublin leave?
The earliest bus from Athlone to Dublin departs at 02:45. 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 bus from Athlone to Dublin depart?
The latest bus from Athlone to Dublin departs at 18:50. 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 Athlone to Dublin in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is €19.00 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 Athlone to Dublin?
There are on average 12 direct connection(s) from Athlone to go to Dublin.
What's the fastest journey time between Athlone to Dublin by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Athlone and Dublin is 1 hr 30 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Athlone to Dublin?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Athlone and Dublin.
What are the CO2 emissions for Athlone to Dublin by bus?
The bus journey from Athlone to Dublin creates 8.51kg of CO2 emissions.

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