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

The cheapest way to get from Castlerea to Ballina is to train which costs €9 - €14 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlerea to Ballina is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Castlerea and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlerea to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Castlerea and arriving at Ballina Bus Stn via Ballaghaderreen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Castlerea and Ballina?

No, there is no direct train from Castlerea to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Castlerea and arriving at Ballina via Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Castlerea to Ballina?

The distance between Castlerea and Ballina is 86 km. The road distance is 67.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlerea to Ballina without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €9 - €14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Castlerea to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Ballina bus from?

Castlerea to Ballina bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, depart from Castlerea station.

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Ballina train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlerea to Ballina?

The best way to get from Castlerea to Ballina is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €9 - €14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €40 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Castlerea to Ballina bus arrive?

Castlerea to Ballina bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, arrive at Ballaghaderreen station.

Where does the Castlerea to Ballina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlerea to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlerea to Ballina is 68 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Castlerea to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 137+ hotels available in Ballina.

Castlerea to Ballina - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Castlerea to Ballina by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castlerea to Manulla Junctiontrain 804 / ...
2. Take the train from Manulla Junction to Ballinatrain Ic
1h 52m
€10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlerea to Ballaghaderreenbus 977
2. Take the bus from Ballaghaderreen to Ballina Bus Stnbus 22
2h 22m
€15–37
Drive 67.7 km
1. Drive from Castlerea to Ballinacar 67.7 km
1h 7m
€12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castlerea to Ballinataxi 67.7 km
1h 7m
€95–120
Line 810 train, bus
1. Take the train from Castlerea to Claremorristrain 810 / ...
2. Take the bus from Claremorris to Ballina Humbrtbus 430
2h 56m
€15–22

Castlerea to Ballina by train

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Distance: 86.3 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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

You can take a train from Castlerea to Ballina via Manulla Junction in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlerea to Ballina Bus Stn via Ballaghaderreen in around 2h 22m.

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