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

The cheapest way to get from Castlerea to Ballinasloe is to train which costs €9 - €14 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlerea to Ballinasloe is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €10 - €15.

Is there a direct bus between Castlerea and Ballinasloe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castlerea and arriving at Ballinasloe. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Castlerea and Ballinasloe?

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

How far is it from Castlerea to Ballinasloe?

The distance between Castlerea and Ballinasloe is 70 km. The road distance is 60.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlerea to Ballinasloe without a car is to bus which takes 1h 17m and costs .

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

The bus from Castlerea to Ballinasloe takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Ballinasloe bus from?

Castlerea to Ballinasloe bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Galway, depart from Castlerea station.

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Ballinasloe train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlerea to Ballinasloe?

The best way to get from Castlerea to Ballinasloe is to bus which takes 1h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €9 - €14 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Castlerea to Ballinasloe bus arrive?

Castlerea to Ballinasloe bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Galway, arrive at Ballinasloe station.

Where does the Castlerea to Ballinasloe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlerea to Ballinasloe?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlerea to Ballinasloe is 60 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Castlerea to Ballinasloe.

Where can I stay near Ballinasloe?

There are 52+ hotels available in Ballinasloe.

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Castlerea to Ballinasloe546
1h 17m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Castlerea to Athlone803 / ...
2. Take the train from Athlone to BallinasloeIc / ...
2h 4m
€9–13
Drive 60.4 km
1. Drive from Castlerea to Ballinasloe60.4 km
1h 3m
€11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castlerea to Ballinasloe60.4 km
1h 3m
€85–110

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Castlerea to Ballinasloe.

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Distance: 69.8 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

TFI Local Link Galway operates a bus from Castlerea to Ballinasloe 3 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Castlerea to Ballinasloe via Athlone in around 2h 4m.

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