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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Dublin is to train which costs €24 - €35 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Dublin is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ballina Bus Stn and arriving at Eden Quay. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Ballina and Dublin?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Dublin Heuston via Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Ballina to Dublin?

The distance between Ballina and Dublin is 242 km. The road distance is 235.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Dublin without a car is to bus which takes 3h 53m and costs €27 - €40.

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

The bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Eden Quay takes 3h 53m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Dublin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballina to Dublin train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballina to Dublin?

The best way to get from Ballina to Dublin is to bus which takes 3h 53m and costs €27 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €24 - €35 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Ballina to Dublin bus arrive?

Ballina to Dublin bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Ballina to Dublin train arrive?

Ballina to Dublin train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Dublin is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Ballina to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Eden Quaybus 22
3h 53m
€27–40
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manulla Junction to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
4h 27m
€24–35
Drive 235.4 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Dublincar 235.4 km
2h 50m
€40–58
Bus via Claremorris
1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Claremorrisbus 430
2. Take the bus from Claremorris to Bachelors Walkbus 721
5h 5m
€31–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Sligo Bus Stnbus 458
2. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
5h 7m
€35–49

Ballina to Dublin by bus

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3h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 241.9 km
Duration: 3h 53m

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

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Eden Quay 3 times a day. Tickets cost €27–40 and the journey takes 3h 53m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Manulla Junction to Dublin Heuston every 3 hours. Tickets cost €20–29 and the journey takes 3h.

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