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

The cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Athlone is to train which costs €16 - €25 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Balbriggan and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Balbriggan to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan Comm Cen and arriving at Arcadia via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Balbriggan and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Balbriggan to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan and arriving at Athlone via Abbey St. and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Balbriggan to Athlone?

The distance between Balbriggan and Athlone is 167 km. The road distance is 149.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €16 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Balbriggan to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Athlone bus from?

Balbriggan to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Balbriggan Comm Cen station.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Balbriggan to Athlone?

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Athlone is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €16 - €25. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and bus, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Balbriggan to Athlone bus arrive?

Balbriggan to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Where does the Balbriggan to Athlone train arrive?

Balbriggan to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tara Street station.

Can I drive from Balbriggan to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Balbriggan to Athlone is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Balbriggan to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 80+ hotels available in Athlone.

Balbriggan to Athlone - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Balbriggan to Tara Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 4m
€16–25
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 101
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Arcadiabus 760 / ...
4h 9m
€28–37
Drive 149.7 km
1. Drive from Balbriggan to Athlonecar 149.7 km
1h 32m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus to Athlone Stnbus 190
4h 37m
€34–50

Balbriggan to Athlone by train, foot, and tram

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3h 4mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.9 km
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Balbriggan to Athlone via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Arcadia via Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Airport Zone 13 in around 4h 9m.

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