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

The cheapest way to get from Swords to Ballina is to train which costs €29 - €45 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swords to Ballina is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Swords and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Swords to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Swords Castle and arriving at Ballina Bus Stn via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Swords and Ballina?

No, there is no direct train from Swords to Ballina. However, there are services departing from George's Dock and arriving at Ballina via Dublin Heuston and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Swords to Ballina?

The distance between Swords and Ballina is 292 km. The road distance is 244.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Swords to Ballina without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Swords to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swords to Ballina bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swords to Ballina train from?

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

Train or bus from Swords to Ballina?

The best way to get from Swords to Ballina is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Swords to Ballina bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swords to Ballina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swords to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Swords to Ballina is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Swords 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 Dublin Heuston to Manulla Junctiontrain 804 / ...
5h 42m
€29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Ballina Bus Stnbus 22
5h 45m
€30–42
Drive 244.2 km
1. Drive from Swords to Ballinacar 244.2 km
2h 56m
€41–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Drumcondra to Sligotrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Dillon Terracebus 458
7h 10m
€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 14m
€33–47

Swords to Ballina by bus, tram, and train

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 292.3 km
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Swords, 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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