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

The cheapest way to get from Trim to Ballina is to bus via Galway which costs €30 - €45 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trim to Ballina is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Trim and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Trim to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Trim and arriving at Ballina Bus Stn via Blanchardstown SC and Liffey Valley SC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Trim and Ballina?

No, there is no direct train from Trim to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Navan Road Parkway and arriving at Ballina via Connolly, Dublin Heuston and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Trim to Ballina?

The distance between Trim and Ballina is 234 km. The road distance is 195 km.

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

The best way to get from Trim to Ballina without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 27m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Trim to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trim to Ballina bus from?

Trim to Ballina bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Liffey Valley SC station.

Where do I catch the Trim to Ballina train from?

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

Train or bus from Trim to Ballina?

The best way to get from Trim to Ballina is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Trim to Ballina bus arrive?

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

Where does the Trim to Ballina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trim to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Trim to Ballina is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Trim to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Trim Centre to Athlone Stnbus 190
2. Take the train from Athlone to Manulla Junctiontrain Ic / ...
5h 27m
€33–46
Bus via Galway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Enfield to ATU Galwaybus 763
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Ballina Humbrtbus 430
7h 40m
€32–44
Train
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Manulla Junctiontrain 804 / ...
6h 24m
€40–58
Drive 195 km
1. Drive from Trim to Ballinacar 195 km
2h 38m
€33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liffey Valley SC to Ballina Bus Stnbus 22
5h 45m
€42–60

Trim to Ballina by bus and train

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5h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234.1 km
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Trim, 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 Liffey Valley SC to Ballina Bus Stn every 4 hours. Tickets cost €26–40 and the journey takes 3h 31m.

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