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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athlone to Ballyshannon

Composite routes from Athlone to Ballyshannon

Cheapest
2 h 3 min
Car
156 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Athlone to Claremorris
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56
Train from Longford to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Cavan Bus Station to Ballyshannon
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93
Bus from Sligo Bus Station to Ballyshannon
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Athlone Station to Cavan
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11
Bus from Cavan Bus Station to Ballyshannon
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11
Bus from Athlone Station to Longford
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.55–$14.01
Bus from Sligo Bus Station to Ballyshannon
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.55–$14.01

Bus Feda Teoranta

Phone:
+353 74 954 8114
Email:
Website:
busfeda.ie/
Bus from Claremorris to Ballyshannon
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once a week

Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim

Phone:
074 9741644
Email:
Website:
locallinkdonegal.ie/
Bus from Sligo Bus Station to Ballyshannon
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Ballyshannon is to bus which costs $21.74 - $35.87 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Ballyshannon is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Ballyshannon?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Ballyshannon station. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Ballyshannon Bus Station via Cavan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Athlone to Ballyshannon?

The distance between Athlone and Ballyshannon is 191 km. The road distance is 156.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Ballyshannon without a car is to bus which takes 3h 42m and costs $21.74 - $35.87 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Athlone to Ballyshannon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Ballyshannon bus from?

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

Where does the Athlone to Ballyshannon bus arrive?

Athlone to Ballyshannon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Cavan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Ballyshannon?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Ballyshannon is 156 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Athlone to Ballyshannon.

Where can I stay near Ballyshannon?

There are 265+ hotels available in Ballyshannon. Prices start at $63.13 per night.
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