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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Athenry is to bus via Ballina Humbrt which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Athenry is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Athenry?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Athenry. However, there are services departing from Ballina Bus Sn and arriving at Eyre Square via University South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ballina and Athenry?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina to Athenry. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Athenry via Manulla Junction and Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Ballina to Athenry?

The distance between Ballina and Athenry is 136 km. The road distance is 105.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Athenry without a car is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Ballina to Athenry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Athenry bus from?

Ballina to Athenry bus services, operated by Barrett Travel, depart from Ballina Bus Sn station.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Athenry train from?

Ballina to Athenry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Manulla Junction station.

Train or bus from Ballina to Athenry?

The best way to get from Ballina to Athenry is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €20 - €30 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Ballina to Athenry bus arrive?

Ballina to Athenry bus services, operated by Barrett Travel, arrive at University South station.

Where does the Ballina to Athenry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballina to Athenry?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Athenry is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Ballina to Athenry.

Where can I stay near Athenry?

There are 545+ hotels available in Athenry.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Sn to University Southbus Ng11
2h 55m
Drive 105.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballina to Athenrycar 105.9 km
1h 25m
€18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Manulla Junction to Athlonetrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Athlone to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
4h 6m
€20–30
Bus via Ballina Humbrt
1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Galway Cathdrlbus 430
3h 34m
€18–25

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Distance: 136.1 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Barrett Travel operates a bus from Ballina Bus Sn to University South 3 times a week, and the journey takes 2h 5m. Treacy Coaches also services this route once a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ballina to Athenry via Manulla Junction and Athlone in around 4h 6m.

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