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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Thurles is to train which costs €27 - €45 and takes 5h 14m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Thurles?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Ballina Humbrt and arriving at Thurles via Balla and UL Student Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Ballina and Thurles?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Thurles via Manulla Junction, Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Ballina to Thurles?

The distance between Ballina and Thurles is 277 km. The road distance is 219.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Thurles without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs €27 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Ballina to Thurles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Thurles bus from?

Ballina to Thurles bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Ballina Humbrt station.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Thurles train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballina to Thurles?

The best way to get from Ballina to Thurles is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs €27 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Ballina to Thurles bus arrive?

Ballina to Thurles bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Balla station.

Where does the Ballina to Thurles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballina to Thurles?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Thurles is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Ballina to Thurles.

Where can I stay near Thurles?

There are 83+ hotels available in Thurles.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Manulla Junction to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Thurlestrain Ic / ...
5h 14m
€27–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Ballabus 430
2. Take the bus from Balla to UL East Gatebus
3. Take the bus from UL Student Ctr to Thurlesbus 391
6h 52m
Drive 219.1 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Thurlescar 219.1 km
2h 57m
€37–54
Bus via Athlone
1. Take the bus from Swinford to Athlone Stnbus 440
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Thurlesbus 850
7h 49m
€46–66

Ballina to Thurles by train

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Distance: 276.9 km
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Ballina to Thurles via Manulla Junction, Portarlington, and Portlaoise in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballina Humbrt to Thurles via Balla, UL East Gate, and UL Student Ctr in around 6h 52m.

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