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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballina to Athlone

Composite routes from Ballina to Athlone

Cheapest
1 h 41 min
Car
132 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:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01
Bus from Ballina to Kickham
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74
Bus from Kickham Street to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$17.83

Citylink

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

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
Website:
locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
Bus from Roscrea Abbey Street to Golden
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $25 - $38.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina 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 53m.

Is there a direct train between Ballina and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina 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 to Athlone?

The distance between Ballina and Athlone is 143 km. The road distance is 132.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina 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 to Athlone?

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

Where do I catch the Ballina to Athlone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballina to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballina to Athlone?

The best way to get from Ballina to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs $16.30 - $25 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $33.70 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Ballina to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballina to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballina to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Athlone is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Ballina 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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