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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Ballina Bus Station | Dublin Busaras | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Ballina Bus Station | Dublin N4 | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Ballina Bus Station | Dublin Busaras | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ballina Bus Station | Dublin N4 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ballina Bus Station | Dublin N4 | No tags |
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Get from Ballina to Dublin
The journey takes about 3 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ballina and Dublin?
Stops in Ballina
- AKevin Barry St, Carrowcushlaun West, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland
Stops in Dublin
- B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland - CDublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
- DIrish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
- E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland - F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland
Compare bus companies
Based on 444 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at $50
Expressway Ballina Dublin recent customer reviews
Very good
Carla L.
Lovely driver, clean bus and comfortable journey
Ana M.
It’s cool
Adam M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ballina to Dublin by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ballina to Dublin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ballina to Dublin start from $50. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ballina to Dublin?
The average bus travel time from Ballina to Dublin is 3h 52m, covering a distance of 210 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Ballina to Dublin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ballina to Dublin?
The earliest bus departs from Ballina to Dublin at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ballina to Dublin?
A bus trip from Ballina to Dublin generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ballina to Dublin was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $45To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ballina to Dublin, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $45 to $124 for a bus ticket from Ballina to Dublin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-12-03.
