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

The cheapest way to get from Birr to Ballina is to bus via Galway which costs €22 - €30 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birr to Ballina is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Birr and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Birr to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Birr and arriving at Ballina Humbrt via ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Birr and Ballina?

No, there is no direct train from Birr to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Tullamore and arriving at Ballina via Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Birr to Ballina?

The distance between Birr and Ballina is 214 km. The road distance is 174.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Birr to Ballina without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Birr to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birr to Ballina bus from?

Birr to Ballina bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, depart from Birr station.

Where do I catch the Birr to Ballina train from?

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

Train or bus from Birr to Ballina?

The best way to get from Birr to Ballina is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Galway, which costs €22 - €30 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Birr to Ballina bus arrive?

Birr to Ballina bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, arrive at ATU Galway station.

Where does the Birr to Ballina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birr to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Birr to Ballina is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Birr to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 138+ hotels available in Ballina.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tullamore to Manulla Junctiontrain Re / ...
4h 33m
€24–33
Bus via Galway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birr to ATU Galwaybus 844
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Ballina Humbrtbus 430
5h 5m
€22–30
Drive 174.2 km
1. Drive from Birr to Ballinacar 174.2 km
2h 12m
€30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Birr to Athlone Stnbus 850
2. Take the train from Athlone to Manulla Junctiontrain Re / ...
4h 59m
€30–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birr to Athlone Stnbus 850
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Swinfordbus 440
6h 33m
€51–73

Birr to Ballina by bus and train

44Weekly Services

4h 33mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.3 km
Duration: 4h 33m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Tullamore to Manulla Junction every 4 hours. Tickets cost €13–19 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birr to Ballina Humbrt via ATU Galway in around 5h 5m.

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