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

The cheapest way to get from Ballyshannon to Athy is to bus and train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballyshannon to Athy is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Ballyshannon and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballyshannon to Athy. However, there are services departing from Ballyshannon and arriving at Barrow Quay via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Ballyshannon to Athy?

The distance between Ballyshannon and Athy is 298 km. The road distance is 225 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballyshannon to Athy without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 49m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Ballyshannon to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballyshannon to Athy bus from?

Ballyshannon to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ballyshannon station.

Where does the Ballyshannon to Athy bus arrive?

Ballyshannon to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Ballyshannon to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballyshannon to Athy is 225 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Ballyshannon to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 136+ hotels available in Athy.

Ballyshannon to Athy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ballyshannon to Athy by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ballyshannon to Dublin Busárasbus 30
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athytrain Re / ...
5h 49m
€34–47
Bus, train via Sligo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballyshannon to Sligo Bus Stationbus 64
2. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athytrain Re / ...
6h 52m
€33–56
Drive 225 km
1. Drive from Ballyshannon to Athycar 225 km
3h 11m
€38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballyshannon to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 30
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Kildarebus 726
6h 56m
€38–54
Bus via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Ballyshannon to Enniskillenbus 30
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus 30
3. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Athybus 130
7h 31m

Ballyshannon to Athy by bus, tram, and train

66Weekly Services

5h 49mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ballyshannon to Athy.

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Distance: 298.2 km
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Ballyshannon, Ireland and Athy, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Ballyshannon to Barrow Quay via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Kildare in around 6h 56m.

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