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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Ballincollig is to drive which costs €35 - €60 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Ballincollig is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Ballincollig?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Ballincollig. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Father Sexton Pk via Limerick Colbert and Cork Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Ballincollig?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Ballincollig. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Athlone to Ballincollig?

The distance between Athlone and Ballincollig is 271 km. The road distance is 214.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Ballincollig without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs €40 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Athlone to Ballincollig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Ballincollig bus from?

Athlone to Ballincollig bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Stn station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Ballincollig train from?

Athlone to Ballincollig train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athlone station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Ballincollig?

The best way to get from Athlone to Ballincollig is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Athlone to Ballincollig bus arrive?

Athlone to Ballincollig bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Athlone to Ballincollig train arrive?

Athlone to Ballincollig train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Ballincollig?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Ballincollig is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Athlone to Ballincollig.

Where can I stay near Ballincollig?

There are 301+ hotels available in Ballincollig.

Athlone to Ballincollig - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Athlone to Ballincollig by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
5h 13m
€43–63
Drive 214.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Athlone to Ballincolligcar 214.8 km
2h 43m
€39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Golden Island to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Corktrain Ic / ...
5h 58m
€42–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 72
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
6h 25m
€48–66

Athlone to Ballincollig by train and bus

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5h 13mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 270.7 km
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Ballincollig, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athlone to Father Sexton Pk via Portarlington, Portlaoise, Cork, Kent Station, and Cork Bus Stn in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Father Sexton Pk via Limerick Colbert and Cork Bus Stn in around 6h 25m.

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