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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Ballina is to train which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Ballina is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Ballina Bus Stn via Maynooth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Ballina?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Ballina via Kildare and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Athy to Ballina?

The distance between Athy and Ballina is 247 km. The road distance is 223.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Ballina without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Athy to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Ballina bus from?

Athy to Ballina bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Athy station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Ballina train from?

Athy to Ballina train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kildare station.

Train or bus from Athy to Ballina?

The best way to get from Athy to Ballina is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Athy to Ballina bus arrive?

Athy to Ballina bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Kilcock station.

Where does the Athy to Ballina train arrive?

Athy to Ballina train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Manulla Junction station.

Can I drive from Athy to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Ballina is 224 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Athy to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 137+ hotels available in Ballina.

Athy to Ballina - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Athy to Ballina by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kildare to Manulla Junctiontrain Re / ...
4h 55m
€23–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athy to Kilcockbus Um06
2. Take the bus from Maynooth Station to Ballina Bus Stnbus 22
6h 14m
€33–46
Drive 223.6 km
1. Drive from Athy to Ballinacar 223.6 km
2h 57m
€38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kildare to Claremorristrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Claremorris to Ballina Humbrtbus 430
5h 59m
€29–43

Athy to Ballina by train

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Distance: 247 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Athy, Ireland and Ballina, IE-MO, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Manulla Junction 6 times a week. Tickets cost €16–24 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athy to Ballina Bus Stn via Kilcock, Kilcock, Maynooth, and Maynooth Station in around 6h 14m.

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