The average train between Athlone and Ballina takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Athlone to Ballina. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Athlone and Ballina. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athlone is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Ballina at 6:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Athlone station and arriving at Ballina station via Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Athlone to Ballina train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athlone station.
Athlone to Ballina train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Ballina station.
The distance between Athlone and Ballina is 110.9 km. The road distance is 143 km.
You can take a train from Athlone to Ballina via Manulla Junction in around 2h 32m.