What is the cheapest way to get from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon?

The cheapest way to get from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon is to bus which costs €20 - €30 and takes 5h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon?

The fastest way to get from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick Junction and Ballymahon?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon. However, there are services departing from Limerick Junction and arriving at Ballymahon via Limerick Colbert Station and Athlone Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon?

The distance between Limerick Junction and Ballymahon is 185 km. The road distance is 159.9 km.

How do I travel from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon without a car?

The best way to get from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 18m and costs €19 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick Junction to Ballymahon bus from?

Limerick Junction to Ballymahon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Limerick Colbert Station.

Train or bus from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon?

The best way to get from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Limerick Junction to Ballymahon bus arrive?

Limerick Junction to Ballymahon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.

Can I drive from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick Junction to Ballymahon is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon.

Where can I stay near Ballymahon?

There are 76+ hotels available in Ballymahon.

Limerick Junction to Ballymahon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to PortlaoiseIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Ballymahon73
4h 18m
€20–31
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to PortlaoiseIc / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to AthloneIc / ...
4h 34m
€22–33
Drive 159.9 km
1. Drive from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon159.9 km
2h 2m
€28–40
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Athlone Station72
5h 21m
€29–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thurles Station to Athlone Station850
5h 23m
€20–30

Limerick Junction to Ballymahon by train and bus

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4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 184.6 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Limerick Junction, Ireland and Ballymahon, Ireland?

You can take a train from Limerick Junction to Ballymahon via Portlaoise, Portarlington, Athlone, and Athlone Station in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Athlone Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €12–19 and the journey takes 2h 23m.

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