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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Swords is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Swords is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Swords?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Swords. However, there are services departing from Ballina Bus Stn and arriving at Swords Castle via Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Ballina and Swords?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina to Swords. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Spencer Dock via Manulla Junction and Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Ballina to Swords?

The distance between Ballina and Swords is 258 km. The road distance is 243.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Swords without a car is to bus which takes 4h 44m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Ballina to Swords, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Swords bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballina to Swords train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballina to Swords?

The best way to get from Ballina to Swords is to bus which takes 4h 44m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Ballina to Swords bus arrive?

Ballina to Swords bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Where does the Ballina to Swords train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballina to Swords?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Swords is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Ballina to Swords.

Where can I stay near Swords?

There are 1187+ hotels available in Swords.

Ballina to Swords - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromBallina to Swords

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Ballina to Swords by bus, train, car, or plane

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 Ballina Bus Stn to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 22
4h 44m
€31–41
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manulla Junction to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
5h 28m
€30–42
Drive 243.4 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Swordscar 243.4 km
2h 55m
€41–60
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Charlestownbus
2. Fly from Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane NOC - DUB
6h 7m
€84–245
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Sligo Bus Stnbus 458
2. Take the train from Sligo to Drumcondratrain Ic
5h 53m
€38–51
Bus via Claremorris
1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Claremorrisbus 430
2. Take the bus from Claremorris to Airport Zone 11bus 721
5h 56m
€34–47

Ballina to Swords by bus

42Weekly Buses

4h 44mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballina to Swords.

Launch map view

Distance: 257.6 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Terminal 2 Zone 19 every 4 hours. Tickets cost €28–40 and the journey takes 4h 18m. 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.

Airlines