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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Thurles to Ballina

Composite routes from Thurles to Ballina

Cheapest
2 h 54 min
Car
226 km.
from $12

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Thurles to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10
Train from Portarlington to Manulla
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$26.75

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Athlone Station to Swinford
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Galway Cathedral to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$25.48

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from County Bar to Galway
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
Website:
locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
Bus from Liberty Square to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Ballina is to bus which costs $27.17 - $42.39 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurles to Ballina is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Thurles and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurles to Ballina. However, there are services departing from County Bar and arriving at Ballina Humbert Street via Galway Cathedral. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Thurles and Ballina?

No, there is no direct train from Thurles to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Ballina via Portlaoise, Portarlington and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Thurles to Ballina?

The distance between Thurles and Ballina is 281 km. The road distance is 226.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Thurles to Ballina without a car is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $27.17 - $42.39 .

How long does it take to get from Thurles to Ballina?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Thurles to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Ballina bus from?

Thurles to Ballina bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from County Bar station.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Ballina train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurles to Ballina?

The best way to get from Thurles to Ballina is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $27.17 - $42.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $31.52 - $47.83 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Thurles to Ballina bus arrive?

Thurles to Ballina bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Galway Cathedral station.

Where does the Thurles to Ballina train arrive?

Thurles to Ballina train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from Thurles to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurles to Ballina is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Thurles to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 89+ hotels available in Ballina. Prices start at $56.89 per night.
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