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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Castlerea is to train which costs €9 - €14 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Castlerea is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Ballina Bus Stn and arriving at Castlerea via Ballaghaderreen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Ballina and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Castlerea via Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Ballina to Castlerea?

The distance between Ballina and Castlerea is 86 km. The road distance is 67.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Castlerea without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs €9 - €14.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Ballina to Castlerea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Castlerea bus from?

Ballina to Castlerea bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ballina Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Castlerea train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballina to Castlerea?

The best way to get from Ballina to Castlerea is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs €9 - €14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €40 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Ballina to Castlerea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballina to Castlerea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballina to Castlerea?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Castlerea is 68 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Ballina to Castlerea.

Where can I stay near Castlerea?

There are 52+ hotels available in Castlerea.

Ballina to Castlerea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ballina to Castlerea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballina to Manulla Junctiontrain Ic
2. Take the train from Manulla Junction to Castlereatrain Re / ...
2h 8m
€9–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Ballaghaderreenbus 22
2. Take the bus from Ballaghaderreen to Castlereabus 977
2h 16m
€15–37
Drive 67.5 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Castlereacar 67.5 km
1h 6m
€12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballina to Castlereataxi 67.5 km
1h 6m
€95–120
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Claremorrisbus 430
2. Take the train from Claremorris to Castlereatrain Re / ...
2h 43m
€15–21

Ballina to Castlerea by train

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Distance: 86.3 km
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a train from Ballina to Castlerea via Manulla Junction in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Castlerea via Ballaghaderreen in around 2h 16m.

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