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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballyshannon to Athlone

Composite routes from Ballyshannon to Athlone

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 Sligo to Longford
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Ballyshannon Bus Station to Cavan
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93
Bus from Ballyshannon Bus Station to Sligo
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 Ballyshannon Bus Station to Cavan
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11
Bus from Cavan Bus Station to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11
Bus from Ballyshannon Bus Station to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.55–$14.01
Bus from Longford Station to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.55–$14.01

Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim

Phone:
074 9741644
Email:
Website:
locallinkdonegal.ie/
Bus from Ballyshannon Bus Station to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
5 times a day

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballyshannon to Athlone is to bus which costs $21.74 - $35.87 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballyshannon to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballyshannon and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballyshannon station to Athlone station. However, there are services departing from Ballyshannon Bus Station and arriving at Athlone Station via Cavan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Ballyshannon to Athlone?

The distance between Ballyshannon and Athlone is 190 km. The road distance is 156.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballyshannon to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 4h 17m and costs $21.74 - $35.87 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Ballyshannon to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballyshannon to Athlone bus from?

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

Where does the Ballyshannon to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballyshannon to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballyshannon to Athlone is 157 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Ballyshannon to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 54+ hotels available in Athlone. Prices start at $51.58 per night.
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