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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballina to Athlone

Composite routes from Ballina to Athlone

Cheapest
1 h 38 min
Car
131 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Ballina to Manulla
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.37–$9.55
Train from Manulla Junction to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Ballina Bus Station to Longford
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 Longford
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Bus from Longford Station to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01
Bus from Swinford to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ballina (Station) to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Ballina (Station) to Athlone is to train which costs $16.30 - $25 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballina (Station) to Athlone?

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

Is there a direct bus between Ballina (Station) and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina (Station) station to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Ballina Bus Station and arriving at Athlone Station via Longford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Ballina (Station) and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina (Station) to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Athlone via Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Ballina (Station) to Athlone?

The distance between Ballina (Station) and Athlone is 143 km. The road distance is 131.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina (Station) to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

How long does it take to get from Ballina (Station) to Athlone?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Ballina (Station) to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina (Station) to Athlone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballina (Station) to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballina (Station) to Athlone?

The best way to get from Ballina (Station) to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs $16.30 - $25 . Alternatively, you can bus via Longford, which costs $21.74 - $33.70 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Ballina (Station) to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballina (Station) to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballina (Station) to Athlone?

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

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 53+ hotels available in Athlone. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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