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

The cheapest way to get from Balla to Athlone is to drive which costs €17 - €26 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balla to Athlone is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Balla and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Balla to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Balla and arriving at Athlone Stn via Claremorris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Balla and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Balla to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Claremorris and arriving at Athlone via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Balla to Athlone?

The distance between Balla and Athlone is 106 km. The road distance is 99.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Balla to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €15 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Balla to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balla to Athlone bus from?

Balla to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Claremorris station.

Where do I catch the Balla to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Balla to Athlone?

The best way to get from Balla to Athlone is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €15 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Balla to Athlone bus arrive?

Balla to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Stn station.

Where does the Balla to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balla to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Balla to Athlone is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Balla to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 70+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Claremorris to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2h 32m
€16–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Claremorris to Athlone Stnbus 440
2h 53m
€27–42
Drive 99.2 km
1. Drive from Balla to Athlonecar 99.2 km
1h 31m
€18–26
Bus via Galway
1. Take the bus from Balla to ATU Galwaybus 430
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Arcadiabus 763
3h 50m
€23–34

Balla to Athlone by bus, foot, and train

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2h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 106 km
Duration: 2h 32m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Claremorris to Athlone every 4 hours. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Claremorris to Athlone Stn 4 times a day. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 1h 43m.

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