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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Athlone to Balbriggan

Cheapest
1 h 31 min
Car
152 km.
from $8
Other
2 h 51 min
116 km.
from $34.24
3 h 2 min
Train
117 km.
from $47.64

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Athlone to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Train from Dublin Connolly to Balbriggan
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$9.55

Bus operators

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Heuston Station to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.95

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Balbriggan
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.10
Bus from Golden Island to Drogheda
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Arcadia to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$25.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Athlone to Balbriggan?

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Balbriggan is to train which costs $19.57 - $28.26 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to Balbriggan?

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Balbriggan is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $29.35 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Arcadia and arriving at Balbriggan via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Balbriggan via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Athlone to Balbriggan?

The distance between Athlone and Balbriggan is 166 km. The road distance is 152.1 km.

How do I travel from Athlone to Balbriggan without a car?

The best way to get from Athlone to Balbriggan without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs $19.57 - $28.26 .

How long does it take to get from Athlone to Balbriggan?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Athlone to Balbriggan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Balbriggan bus from?

Athlone to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Arcadia station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Balbriggan train from?

Athlone to Balbriggan train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Athlone station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Balbriggan?

The best way to get from Athlone to Balbriggan is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs $19.57 - $28.26 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport Zone 13, which costs $20.65 - $32.61 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Athlone to Balbriggan bus arrive?

Athlone to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 11 station.

Where does the Athlone to Balbriggan train arrive?

Athlone to Balbriggan train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Balbriggan?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Balbriggan is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Athlone to Balbriggan.

Where can I stay near Balbriggan?

There are 122+ hotels available in Balbriggan. Prices start at $52.49 per night.
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