How to get from Athlone to Donegal by bus?

From Athlone to Donegal by bus

To get from Athlone to Donegal in Ireland, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 466 bus from Athlone Station station to Longford Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 23 bus and finally take the 64 bus from Sligo Bus Station station to Donegal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 43 min. The ride fare is €4.65. The bus schedule from Athlone may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Donegal on the Moovit app.

223min€4.65
Walk to bus station
Bus - 466466
Bus - 2323
Bus - 6464
Walk to Donegal
Leaves from Athlone Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Athlone Station
    ID 555101
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 466466
    Wait for bus
    466
    Cavan
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Longford Station
    ID 135771
    50 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Sligo
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sligo Bus Station
    ID 555081
    84 min
  • 6
    Bus - 6464
    Wait for bus
    64
    Derry
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Donegal
    ID 155821
    67 min
  • 8
    Walk to Donegal
    Walk to
    Donegal
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Athlone to Donegal

The distance between Athlone, Ireland and Donegal, Ireland is approximately 197.11 km, which can typically be travelled in 223 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Athlone to Donegal by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Athlone to Donegal

To check the bus schedule from Athlone to Donegal using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Athlone) and destination (Donegal), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to Donegal?

    The fastest way takes 223 minutes, using Bus line 466, Bus line 23, Bus line 64.

  • Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Donegal in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 43 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Athlone to Donegal in Ireland?

    The 466 bus line goes from Athlone Station station near Athlone to Cavan station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Cavan station near Donegal in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Athlone to Donegal in Ireland by bus?

    The total travel time between Athlone and Donegal in Ireland by bus is about 3 hr 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Athlone to get to Donegal in Ireland?

    Get on the 466 bus from the Athlone Station stop near Athlone in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Athlone and Donegal in Ireland?

    Get off the bus at the Cavan stop, which is closest to Donegal in Ireland.

  • How much is the bus fare from Athlone to Donegal?

    The ride from Athlone to Donegal costs €4.65.

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