Dublin to Athlone Bus

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Dublin to Athlone by bus

The journey from Dublin to Athlone by bus is 113.5 km and takes 1 hr 45 mins. There are 24 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:15 and the last at 23:45. It is possible to travel from Dublin to Athlone by bus for as little as €16.00 or as much as €21.64. The best price for this journey is €16.00.

Lowest Price	€16.00
Journey Duration	1 hr 45 mins
Connection per Day	Irish Citylink 24
Lowest Price	Irish Citylink €16.00
Highest Price	Irish Citylink €21.64
First Departure	Irish Citylink 00:15
Last Departure	Irish Citylink 23:45
Distance	Irish Citylink 113.5 km
Departure	Irish Citylink Dublin
Arrival	Irish Citylink Athlone
Carriers	Irish Citylink Irish Citylink

Dublin to Athlone Bus Times

Departure date

Sunday 15 Jun 2025

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Best time to book Dublin to Athlone travel

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around €15.00 to €19.88 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 25% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Dublin to Athlone

The cheapest Dublin - Athlone bus tickets can be found for as low as €14.01 if you’re lucky, or €15.17 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €16.94.

Find the best day to travel to Athlone by bus

When travelling to Athlone 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!

Dublin to Athlone CO2 Emissions by Bus

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 Dublin to Athlone?

A bus ticket from Dublin to Athlone is €18.83. 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 €16.00.

What's the cheapest bus ticket from Dublin to Athlone?

The cheapest ticket you can get from Dublin to Athlone is €16.00. 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 Dublin and Athlone by bus?

Dublin to Athlone is 113.5 km.

How long does the bus between Dublin and Athlone take?

Dublin to Athlone is on average 1 hr 45 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 30 mins.

How many bus connections per day go from Dublin to Athlone?

Dublin to Athlone has 24 connection(s) per day on average.

What time does the first bus from Dublin to Athlone leave?

The earliest bus from Dublin to Athlone departs at 00:15. 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 Dublin to Athlone depart?

The latest bus from Dublin to Athlone departs at 23:45. 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 bus ticket we have found is €16.00 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 Dublin to Athlone?

There are on average 24 direct connection(s) from Dublin to go to Athlone.

What's the fastest journey time between Dublin to Athlone by bus?

The fastest journey time by bus between Dublin and Athlone is 1 hr 30 mins.

Is there a direct bus from Dublin to Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct bus between Dublin and Athlone.

What are the CO2 emissions for Dublin to Athlone by bus?

The bus journey from Dublin to Athlone creates 8.51kg of CO2 emissions.

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