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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Athy is to train which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Athy is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Athy. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Barrow Quay via Glengall Street, Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Athy. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Athy via Great Victoria Street, Busáras and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Athy?

The distance between Ballymena and Athy is 308 km. The road distance is 251.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Athy without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Ballymena to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Athy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballymena to Athy?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Athy is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Ballymena to Athy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Athy train arrive?

Ballymena to Athy train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Great Victoria Street station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Athy is 251 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Ballymena to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 138+ hotels available in Athy.

Ballymena to Athy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Athy by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Great Victoria Street
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to AthyRe / ...
5h 54m
€37–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
3. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Athy130
6h 59m
Drive 251.3 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Athy251.3 km
3h 15m
€45–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Street218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1785
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Kildare726
6h 59m

Ballymena to Athy by train and tram

66Weekly Services

5h 54mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 307.9 km
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Ballymena, Mid and East Antrim, Northern Ireland and Athy, Ireland?

You can take a train from Ballymena to Athy via Great Victoria Street, Dublin Connolly, Busáras, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Barrow Quay via High Street, Glengall Street, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Kildare in around 6h 59m.

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