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

The cheapest way to get from Ballyclare to Dublin is to bus which costs €15 - €21 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballyclare to Dublin is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballyclare and Dublin?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballyclare to Dublin. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at The Gresham Hotel via Europa Bus Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Ballyclare and Dublin?

No, there is no direct train from Ballyclare to Dublin. However, there are services departing from York Street and arriving at Dublin Connolly via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Ballyclare to Dublin?

The distance between Ballyclare and Dublin is 206 km. The road distance is 188.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballyclare to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Ballyclare to Dublin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballyclare to Dublin bus from?

Ballyclare to Dublin bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Europa Bus Centre station.

Where do I catch the Ballyclare to Dublin train from?

Ballyclare to Dublin train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Ballyclare to Dublin?

The best way to get from Ballyclare to Dublin is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €21 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Ballyclare to Dublin bus arrive?

Ballyclare to Dublin bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at The Gresham Hotel station.

Where does the Ballyclare to Dublin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballyclare to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballyclare to Dublin is 188 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Ballyclare to Dublin.

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Ballyclare to Dublin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballyclare to Dublin by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
3h 27m
€26–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
3h 57m
€15–21
Drive 188.5 km
1. Drive from Ballyclare to Dublincar 188.5 km
1h 58m
€34–49
Bus via Dublin Busaras Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
4h 35m

Ballyclare to Dublin by bus and train

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.5 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Ballyclare, Northern Ireland and Dublin, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Aircoach operates a bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel hourly. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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