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

The cheapest way to get from Kinsale to Ballina is to bus via Ballina Humbrt which costs €50 - €75 and takes 9h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kinsale to Ballina is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Kinsale and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Kinsale to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Kinsale and arriving at Ballina Bus Stn via Cork Bus Stn and ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Kinsale and Ballina?

No, there is no direct train from Kinsale to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Ballina via Portlaoise, Portarlington, Athlone and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Kinsale to Ballina?

The distance between Kinsale and Ballina is 435 km. The road distance is 311 km.

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

The best way to get from Kinsale to Ballina without a car is to train via Athlone which takes 8h 39m and costs €50 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 8h 39m to get from Kinsale to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kinsale to Ballina bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kinsale to Ballina train from?

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

Train or bus from Kinsale to Ballina?

The best way to get from Kinsale to Ballina is to train via Athlone which takes 8h 39m and costs €50 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Kinsale to Ballina bus arrive?

Kinsale to Ballina bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at ATU Galway station.

Where does the Kinsale to Ballina train arrive?

Kinsale to Ballina train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from Kinsale to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Kinsale to Ballina is 311 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Kinsale to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 138+ hotels available in Ballina.

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

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Train via Athlone
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1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Athlone to Manulla Junctiontrain Re / ...
8h 39m
€51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus 51
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Ballina Bus Stnbus Ng01
8h 45m
Drive 311 km
1. Drive from Kinsale to Ballinacar 311 km
3h 51m
€53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Manulla Junctiontrain 804 / ...
8h 49m
€62–92
Bus via Ballina Humbrt
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus 51
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Ballina Humbrtbus 430
9h 27m
€52–72

Kinsale to Ballina by bus and train

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Distance: 434.9 km
Duration: 8h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Kinsale to Ballina via Cork Kent Stn, Cork, Portlaoise, Portarlington, Athlone, and Manulla Junction in around 8h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kinsale to Ballina Bus Stn via Cork Patrick's Quay, Cork Bus Stn, and ATU Galway in around 8h 45m.

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