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

The cheapest way to get from Skerries to Ballina is to train which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skerries to Ballina is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Skerries and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Skerries to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Skerries and arriving at Ballina Bus Stn via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Skerries and Ballina?

No, there is no direct train from Skerries to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Skerries and arriving at Ballina via Abbey St., Dublin Heuston and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Skerries to Ballina?

The distance between Skerries and Ballina is 304 km. The road distance is 246.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Skerries to Ballina without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Skerries to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skerries to Ballina bus from?

Skerries to Ballina bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Airport Zone 13 station.

Where do I catch the Skerries to Ballina train from?

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

Train or bus from Skerries to Ballina?

The best way to get from Skerries to Ballina is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Skerries to Ballina bus arrive?

Skerries to Ballina bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Ballina Bus Stn station.

Where does the Skerries to Ballina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Skerries to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Skerries to Ballina is 247 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Skerries to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 138+ hotels available in Ballina.

Skerries to Ballina - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 33 bus

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Manulla Junctiontrain 804 / ...
5h 59m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Ballina Bus Stnbus 22
6h 18m
€30–42
Drive 246.8 km
1. Drive from Skerries to Ballinacar 246.8 km
3h 25m
€42–60
Line 33 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Skerries to Drumcondra Stnbus 33
2. Take the train from Drumcondra to Sligotrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Dillon Terracebus 458
7h 43m
€37–51
Bus via Claremorris
1. Take the bus from Airport Zone 11 to Claremorrisbus 721
2. Take the bus from Claremorris to Ballina Humbrtbus 430
7h 47m
€33–47

Skerries to Ballina by train, foot, and tram

44Weekly Services

5h 59mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 303.5 km
Duration: 5h 59m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Manulla Junction every 4 hours. Tickets cost €20–29 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Airport Zone 13 to Ballina Bus Stn every 4 hours. Tickets cost €28–40 and the journey takes 4h 23m.

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