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

Composite routes from Athlone to Ballycastle

Cheapest
2 h 5 min
Car
158 km.
from $8
Other
4 h 18 min
Train, Bus
132 km.
from $42.16
5 h 8 min
134 km.
from $51.72
6 h 5 min
134 km.
from $41.63

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 Ballina Bus Station to Ballycastle
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74
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

Local Link Mayo

Phone:
094 9005150
Email:
Website:
locallinkmayo.ie/
Bus from Ballina Bus Station to Ballycastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Ballycastle is to train and bus which costs $23.91 - $35.87 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $30.43 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Ballycastle via Longford Station and Ballina Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Athlone to Ballycastle?

The distance between Athlone and Ballycastle is 170 km. The road distance is 158.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Ballycastle without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 18m and costs $23.91 - $35.87 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Athlone to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Ballycastle bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Athlone to Ballycastle?

The best way to get from Athlone to Ballycastle is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs $29.35 - $44.57 . There are no good options to train or fly between Athlone to Ballycastle.

Where does the Athlone to Ballycastle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Ballycastle is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Athlone to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 59+ hotels available in Ballycastle. Prices start at $58.48 per night.
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