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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athlone to Ballina

Composite routes from Athlone to Ballina

Cheapest
1 h 40 min
Car
132 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Athlone to Manulla
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11
Train from Manulla Junction to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.37–$9.55

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Longford Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Athlone Station to Longford
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01
Bus from Longford Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Arcadia to ATU
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$22.93
Bus from ATU Galway to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$25.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Ballina is to train which costs $16.30 - $25 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Ballina is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Ballina station. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Ballina Bus Station via Longford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Ballina?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Ballina via Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Athlone to Ballina?

The distance between Athlone and Ballina is 143 km. The road distance is 132.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Ballina without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Athlone to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Ballina bus from?

Athlone to Ballina bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Ballina train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Ballina?

The best way to get from Athlone to Ballina is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $16.30 - $25 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $33.70 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Athlone to Ballina bus arrive?

Athlone to Ballina bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Longford Station.

Where does the Athlone to Ballina train arrive?

Athlone to Ballina train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Manulla Junction station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Ballina is 132 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Athlone to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 89+ hotels available in Ballina. Prices start at $58.48 per night.
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