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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballymena to Athlone

Composite routes from Ballymena to Athlone

Cheapest
3 h 10 min
Car
235 km.
from $12
Other
6 h 17 min
192 km.
from $88.47
7 h 17 min
192 km.
from $46.63
6 h 27 min
192 km.
from $63.22
7 h 48 min
192 km.
from $91.04

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85
Train from Dublin Heuston to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Ballymena to Lanyon
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57
Train from Ballymena to Great
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$17.72
Train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57
Bus from George Street to High
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58
Bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 17 to Cavan
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$29.11–$40.50

Bus operators

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Glengall Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.89

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Cavan Bus Station to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 11 to Arcadia
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$25.32

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Athlone is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs $38.04 - $53.26 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Athlone is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Athlone. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Arcadia via Glengall Street and Dublin Airport Zone 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Athlone via Belfast Grand Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Athlone?

The distance between Ballymena and Athlone is 363 km. The road distance is 235.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Ballymena to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Athlone bus from?

Ballymena to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Athlone train from?

Ballymena to Athlone train services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Ballymena station.

Train or bus from Ballymena to Athlone?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Athlone is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs $38.04 - $53.26 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Ballymena to Athlone bus arrive?

Ballymena to Athlone bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Ballymena to Athlone train arrive?

Ballymena to Athlone train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Lanyon Place station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Athlone is 236 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Ballymena to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 53+ hotels available in Athlone. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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