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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Athy is to train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Athy is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Athy?

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

Is there a direct train between Ballina and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina to Athy. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Athy via Manulla Junction, Portarlington and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Ballina to Athy?

The distance between Ballina and Athy is 247 km. The road distance is 223.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Athy without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Ballina to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Athy bus from?

Ballina to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ballina Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballina to Athy?

The best way to get from Ballina to Athy is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 6h.

Where does the Ballina to Athy bus arrive?

Ballina to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Maynooth Station.

Where does the Ballina to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballina to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Athy is 223 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Ballina to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 145+ hotels available in Athy.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manulla Junction to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
5h 15m
€25–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Maynooth Stationbus 22
2. Take the bus from Kilcock to Leinster Streetbus Um06
6h
€40–57
Drive 223.4 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Athycar 223.4 km
2h 56m
€38–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Claremorrisbus 430
2. Take the train from Claremorris to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
5h 51m
€30–45

Ballina to Athy by train

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Distance: 247 km
Duration: 5h 15m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Manulla Junction to Portarlington every 3 hours. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Leinster Street via Maynooth Station and Kilcock in around 6h.

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