What is the cheapest way to get from Waterford to Ballinasloe?

The cheapest way to get from Waterford to Ballinasloe is to train which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterford to Ballinasloe?

The fastest way to get from Waterford to Ballinasloe is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Waterford and Ballinasloe?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterford to Ballinasloe. However, there are services departing from Waterford Bus Stn and arriving at Athlone Stn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Waterford and Ballinasloe?

No, there is no direct train from Waterford to Ballinasloe. However, there are services departing from Waterford and arriving at Ballinasloe via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Waterford to Ballinasloe?

The distance between Waterford and Ballinasloe is 234 km. The road distance is 170.4 km.

How do I travel from Waterford to Ballinasloe without a car?

The best way to get from Waterford to Ballinasloe without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €23 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Waterford to Ballinasloe?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Waterford to Ballinasloe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Ballinasloe bus from?

Waterford to Ballinasloe bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Ballinasloe train from?

Waterford to Ballinasloe train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Waterford station.

Train or bus from Waterford to Ballinasloe?

The best way to get from Waterford to Ballinasloe is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Waterford to Ballinasloe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waterford to Ballinasloe train arrive?

Waterford to Ballinasloe train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Waterford to Ballinasloe?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterford to Ballinasloe is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Waterford to Ballinasloe.

Where can I stay near Ballinasloe?

There are 65+ hotels available in Ballinasloe.

Waterford to Ballinasloe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Waterford to Ballinasloe by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Waterford to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Ballinasloetrain Ic / ...
4h 2m
€23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
4h 54m
€33–45
Drive 170.4 km
1. Drive from Waterford to Ballinasloecar 170.4 km
2h 13m
€29–42
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Parnell Street to Parkgate Stbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Ballinasloebus 763
5h 45m
€29–40

Waterford to Ballinasloe by train

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Distance: 234.1 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Waterford, Ireland and Ballinasloe, Ireland?

You can take a train from Waterford to Ballinasloe via Kildare and Portarlington in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Athlone Stn twice daily. Tickets cost €30–40 and the journey takes 4h 6m.

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