How to get from Athlone to Dublin by light rail and train?

From Athlone to Dublin by light rail and train

To get from Athlone to Dublin in Ireland, take the RAIL train from Athlone station to Dublin Heuston station. Next, take the RED light rail from Heuston station to Busáras station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 8 min. The light rail and train schedule from Athlone may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Dublin on the Moovit app.

128min
Train - RAILRAIL
Light Rail - REDRED
Walk to Dublin
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Athlone
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dublin Heuston
    96 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Heuston
    ID 998116
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - RED
    Wait for light rail
    RED
    The Point
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Busáras
    ID 998122
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Dublin
    Walk to
    Dublin
    230 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Athlone to Dublin by bus and train

To get from Athlone to Dublin in Ireland, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the RAIL train from Athlone station to Dublin Heuston station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 80 bus and finally take the 27 bus from Eden Quay station to Outside Connolly Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min. The light rail and train schedule from Athlone may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Dublin on the Moovit app.

122min
Train - RAILRAIL
Bus - 8080
Bus - 2727
Walk to Dublin
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Athlone
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dublin Heuston
    96 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Parkgate Street
    ID 1474
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8080
    Wait for bus
    80
    Palmerston Park
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bachelors Walk
    ID 7622
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Eden Quay
    ID 298
    360 m • 5 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2727
    Wait for bus
    27
    Clare Hall
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Outside Connolly Station
    ID 497
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Dublin
    Walk to
    Dublin
    130 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Athlone to Dublin

The distance between Athlone, Ireland and Dublin, Ireland is approximately 132.4 km, which can typically be travelled in 128 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Athlone to Dublin by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Athlone to Dublin

To check the light rail and train schedule from Athlone to Dublin using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Athlone) and destination (Dublin), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail and train, 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 light rail and train schedules.

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From Athlone to Dublin by bus and train

To get from Athlone to Dublin in Ireland, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the RAIL train from Athlone station to Dublin Heuston station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 80 bus and finally take the 27 bus from Eden Quay station to Outside Connolly Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min. The light rail and train schedule from Athlone may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Dublin on the Moovit app.

122min
Train - RAILRAIL
Bus - 8080
Bus - 2727
Walk to Dublin
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Athlone
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dublin Heuston
    96 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Parkgate Street
    ID 1474
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8080
    Wait for bus
    80
    Palmerston Park
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bachelors Walk
    ID 7622
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Eden Quay
    ID 298
    360 m • 5 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2727
    Wait for bus
    27
    Clare Hall
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Outside Connolly Station
    ID 497
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Dublin
    Walk to
    Dublin
    130 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 128 minutes, using Train line RAIL, Light Rail line RED.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Athlone to Dublin?

    The alternative route takes 122 minutes, using Train line RAIL, Bus line 80, Bus line 27.

  • Is there a direct train between Athlone and Dublin in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Athlone to Dublin in Ireland?

    The RAIL train line goes from Dublin Heuston station near Athlone to Heuston station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Heuston station near Dublin in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Athlone to Dublin in Ireland by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Athlone and Dublin in Ireland by train and light rail is about 2 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Athlone to get to Dublin in Ireland?

    Get on the RAIL train from the Dublin Heuston station near Athlone in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Athlone and Dublin in Ireland?

    Get off the train at the Heuston station, which is closest to Dublin in Ireland.

  • When is the first train from Athlone to Dublin in Ireland?

    The first train from Athlone to Dublin in Ireland is Dublin - Westport. It leaves the Athlone station at 8:00 AM.

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