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Athlone, Irish → Ballycastle, Great Britain

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

Composite routes from Athlone to Ballycastle

Cheapest
3 h 42 min
Car
277 km.
from $15
Other
7 h 52 min
Train, Bus
224 km.
from $117.13
8 h 17 min
224 km.
from $88.26
9 h 23 min
224 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Athlone to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Dublin Connolly to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.84–$45.86
Train from Great Victoria Street to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83
Bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.57–$42.03
Bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75
Bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Coleraine
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$28.02–$38.21
Bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Marine
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75

Bus operators

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.95

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:
$14.01–$20.38

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Arcadia to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$25.48

Local Link Cavan Monaghan

Phone:
1850 211 923
Email:
Website:
locallinkcm.ie/
Bus from Cavan Cathedral to Monaghan
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

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 drive which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 3h 43m.

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 3h 43m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Arcadia and arriving at Ballycastle Pres Church via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1, Bridge Street 2 and Ballymena Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Athlone to Ballycastle?

The distance between Athlone and Ballycastle is 411 km. The road distance is 277.5 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 7h 52m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m 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 Citylink, depart from Arcadia station.

Where does the Athlone to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Athlone to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 11 station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Ballycastle is 277 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Athlone to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 316+ hotels available in Ballycastle. Prices start at $31.20 per night.
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