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

The cheapest way to get from Ballsbridge to Swords is to bus which costs €3 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballsbridge to Swords is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs €30 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballsbridge and Swords?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Morehampton Terrace and arriving at Swords Castle. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ballsbridge and Swords?

No, there is no direct train from Ballsbridge to Swords. However, there are services departing from Lansdowne Road and arriving at Malahide via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Ballsbridge to Swords?

The distance between Ballsbridge and Swords is 22 km. The road distance is 18 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballsbridge to Swords without a car is to line 500 bus which takes 54 min and costs €6 - €8.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Ballsbridge to Swords, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballsbridge to Swords bus from?

Ballsbridge to Swords bus services, operated by Swords Express, depart from Eden Quay station.

Where do I catch the Ballsbridge to Swords train from?

Ballsbridge to Swords train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Lansdowne Road station.

Train or bus from Ballsbridge to Swords?

The best way to get from Ballsbridge to Swords is to line 500 bus which takes 54 min and costs €6 - €8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €5 - €7 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Ballsbridge to Swords bus arrive?

Ballsbridge to Swords bus services, operated by Swords Express, arrive at Seatown station.

Where does the Ballsbridge to Swords train arrive?

Ballsbridge to Swords train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Malahide station.

Can I drive from Ballsbridge to Swords?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballsbridge to Swords is 18 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Ballsbridge to Swords.

Where can I stay near Swords?

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Ballsbridge to Swords - 6 ways to travel via train, line 500 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Ballsbridge to Swords by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 500 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Eden Quay to Seatownbus 500 / ...
54 min
€7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Morehampton Terrace to Swords Castlebus 41X
1h 14m
€3
Train
1. Take the train from Lansdowne Road to Malahidetrain Ic / ...
1h 5m
€6–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballsbridge to Swordstaxi 18 km
17 min
€30–40
Drive 18 km
1. Drive from Ballsbridge to Swordscar 18 km
17 min
€4–5
Bus, line 41 bus
1. Take the bus from American Embassy to Mountjoy Squarebus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mountjoy Sq West to Swords Castlebus 33 / ...
1h 19m
€6

Ballsbridge to Swords by train and bus

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Distance: 21.6 km
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Ballsbridge, Ireland and Swords, Ireland?

Swords Express operates a bus from Eden Quay to Seatown every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €5 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Lansdowne Road to Malahide every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €2–4 and the journey takes 39 min.

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