What is the cheapest way to get from Ashbourne to Ballina?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Ashbourne to Ballina?

The fastest way to get from Ashbourne to Ballina is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Ashbourne and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashbourne to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Ashbourne and arriving at Ballina Bus Stn via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ashbourne and Ballina?

No, there is no direct train from Ashbourne to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Abbey St. and arriving at Ballina via Dublin Heuston and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Ashbourne to Ballina?

The distance between Ashbourne and Ballina is 296 km. The road distance is 226.1 km.

How do I travel from Ashbourne to Ballina without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Ashbourne to Ballina?

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Ashbourne to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashbourne to Ballina bus from?

Ashbourne to Ballina bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Airport Zone 13 station.

Where do I catch the Ashbourne to Ballina train from?

Ashbourne to Ballina train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Heuston station.

Train or bus from Ashbourne to Ballina?

The best way to get from Ashbourne to Ballina is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Ashbourne to Ballina bus arrive?

Ashbourne to Ballina bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Ballina Bus Stn station.

Where does the Ashbourne to Ballina train arrive?

Ashbourne to Ballina train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Manulla Junction station.

Can I drive from Ashbourne to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashbourne to Ballina is 226 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Ashbourne to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 138+ hotels available in Ballina.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Manulla Junctiontrain 804 / ...
5h 55m
€37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Ballina Bus Stnbus 22
5h 55m
€41–56
Drive 226.1 km
1. Drive from Ashbourne to Ballinacar 226.1 km
3h 8m
€38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Sligotrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Dillon Terracebus 458
7h 17m
€46–65
Bus via Claremorris
1. Take the bus from Airport Zone 11 to Claremorrisbus 721
2. Take the bus from Claremorris to Ballina Humbrtbus 430
7h 24m
€44–61

Ashbourne to Ballina by bus, tram, and train

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5h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 296 km
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Ashbourne, Ireland and Ballina, IE-MO, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Manulla Junction every 4 hours. Tickets cost €20–29 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Airport Zone 13 to Ballina Bus Stn every 4 hours. Tickets cost €28–40 and the journey takes 4h 23m.

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