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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athlone to Ballymena

Composite routes from Athlone to Ballymena

Cheapest
3 h 11 min
Car
237 km.
from $13
Other
5 h 56 min
192 km.
from $89.41
6 h 21 min
192 km.
from $96.36
7 h 2 min
Bus, Train
192 km.
from $62.43

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Athlone to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Dublin Connolly to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.84–$45.86
Train from Great Victoria Street to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83
Train from Drogheda to Great
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.20–$34.39
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.57–$42.03
Bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75

Bus operators

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.95

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Golden Island to Drogheda
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Arcadia to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$25.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Ballymena is to drive which costs $46.74 - $70.65 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Ballymena is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Ballymena station. However, there are services departing from Arcadia and arriving at Ballymena Bus Station via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Bridge Street 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Ballymena via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Great Victoria Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Athlone to Ballymena?

The distance between Athlone and Ballymena is 365 km. The road distance is 237.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Ballymena without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Athlone to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Ballymena bus from?

Athlone to Ballymena bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Arcadia station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Ballymena train from?

Athlone to Ballymena train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Athlone station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Ballymena?

The best way to get from Athlone to Ballymena is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Athlone to Ballymena bus arrive?

Athlone to Ballymena bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 11 station.

Where does the Athlone to Ballymena train arrive?

Athlone to Ballymena train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Ballymena is 238 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Athlone to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 182+ hotels available in Ballymena. Prices start at $51.34 per night.
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