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

The cheapest way to get from Ballincollig to Athlone is to train and bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballincollig to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Ballincollig and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballincollig to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Father Sexton Pk and arriving at Athlone Stn via Cork Bus Stn and Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Ballincollig and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Ballincollig to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Athlone via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Ballincollig to Athlone?

The distance between Ballincollig and Athlone is 271 km. The road distance is 214.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballincollig to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €40 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Ballincollig to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballincollig to Athlone bus from?

Ballincollig to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Ballincollig to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballincollig to Athlone?

The best way to get from Ballincollig to Athlone is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Ballincollig to Athlone bus arrive?

Ballincollig to Athlone bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Ballincollig to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballincollig to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballincollig to Athlone is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Ballincollig to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 71+ hotels available in Athlone.

Ballincollig to Athlone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 44m
€43–63
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cork to Thurlestrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Thurles Station to Golden Islandbus 850
6h 5m
€32–46
Drive 214.2 km
1. Drive from Ballincollig to Athlonecar 214.2 km
2h 39m
€38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Athlone Stnbus 72
6h 38m
€47–67

Ballincollig to Athlone by bus, foot, and train

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4h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 270.9 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Father Sexton Pk to Athlone via Grand Parade, St Patrick's Street, Summerhill N, Cork, Portlaoise, and Portarlington in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Father Sexton Pk to Athlone Stn via South Mall, Cork Bus Stn, and Limerick Colbert in around 6h 38m.

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