How to get from Athlone Station to Dundalk by light rail and train?

Athlone Station to Dundalk - Train Schedule

The RAIL train from Athlone Station to Dundalk runs from 06:23 to 22:05, with departures every 50 min-2 hr 20 min. The trip takes about 3 hr 16 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Athlone Station to Dundalk by light rail and train

To get from Athlone Station to Dundalk in Ireland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the RAIL train from Athlone station to Dublin Heuston station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED light rail and finally take the RAIL train from Dublin Connolly station to Dundalk (Clarke) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 16 min. The ride fare is €2.00. The light rail and train schedule from Athlone Station may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Dundalk on the Moovit app.

196min€2.00
Train - RAILRAIL
Light Rail - REDRED
Train - RAILRAIL
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Athlone Station
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dublin Heuston
    85 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
    Connolly
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Connolly
    ID 998123
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dublin Connolly
    50 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Belfast
  • 9
    Ride to train station Dundalk (Clarke)
    Ride to train station
    Dundalk (Clarke)
    59 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Athlone Station to Dundalk

The distance between Athlone Station, Ireland and Dundalk, Ireland is approximately 208.89 km, which can typically be travelled in 196 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Athlone Station to Dundalk 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 Station to Dundalk

To check the light rail and train schedule from Athlone Station to Dundalk using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Athlone Station) and destination (Dundalk), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Athlone Station to Dundalk?

    The fastest way takes 196 minutes, using Train line RAIL, Light Rail line RED, Train line RAIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Athlone Station and Dundalk?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 16 min.

  • Which train line goes from Athlone Station to Dundalk?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Athlone Station to Dundalk by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Athlone Station in Athlone and Dundalk in Ireland by train and light rail is about 3 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Athlone Station to get to Dundalk?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Athlone Station and Dundalk?

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

  • How much is the total train and light rail fare from Athlone Station to Dundalk?

    The ride from Athlone Station to Dundalk costs €2.00.

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