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Today22 May
from US$14
Tomorrow23 May
from US$12
Sat24 May
from US$12
Sun25 May
Mon26 May
from US$12
Tue27 May
from US$9
Wed28 May
Thu29 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 23 May at
    Departure city: Castlebar
    Departure location: Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way
    Arrival time: 23 May at
    Destination city: Ballina
    Destination location: Ballina Bus Station
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 23 May at
    Departure city: Castlebar
    Departure location: Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 23 May at
    Destination city: Ballina
    Destination location: Ballina Humbert St Circular Road
    Operated by: Irish CitylinkIrish Citylink
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 May at
    Departure city: Castlebar
    Departure location: Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way
    Arrival time: 23 May at
    Destination city: Ballina
    Destination location: Ballina Bus Station
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 May at
    Departure city: Castlebar
    Departure location: Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 23 May at
    Destination city: Ballina
    Destination location: Ballina Humbert St Circular Road
    Operated by: Irish CitylinkIrish Citylink
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 May at
    Departure city: Castlebar
    Departure location: Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way
    Arrival time: 23 May at
    Destination city: Ballina
    Destination location: Ballina Bus Station
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Castlebar to Ballina: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$15
Average bus trip duration50m
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure08:45
Distance19 miles
Latest bus departure22:45

Castlebar to Ballina Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Castlebar - Ballina

  1. How much is the cheapest coach ticket from Castlebar to Ballina?

    Coach ticket prices from Castlebar to Ballina can start as low as US$15, though the average price for this trip is US$15. The actual price may differ based on factors like the time you plan to travel, the day of the week, and the coach service provider you select. To get accurate and up-to-date pricing information, check out all your options on our search tool.

  2. How long does it take to travel from Castlebar to Ballina by bus?

    The coach journey between Castlebar and Ballina lasts about 50m. The fastest coach journey typically takes 40m. Please be aware that the time it takes for your journey may vary depending on the traffic conditions along the route.

  3. When is the first coach from Castlebar to Ballina?

    The first coach from Castlebar to Ballina leaves at 08:45. Keep in mind that departure times might change on weekends and holidays.

  4. How far is Ballina from Castlebar by coach?

    The journey from Castlebar to Ballina by coach covers an approximate distance of 19 miles (31 km).

  5. Is there a way to reach Ballina from Castlebar without a car?

    You can reach Ballina from Castlebar by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

  6. Can you do a day trip to Ballina?

    Absolutely, a day trip from Castlebar to Ballina is totally possible. It takes about 1h 20m in total to complete a round-trip between the two locations. That gives you plenty of time to visit Ballina before making your way back to Castlebar in the evening.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
20/05
US$14
21/05
US$14
Today
US$14
23/05
US$12
24/05
US$12
25/05
US$9
26/05
US$12
27/05
US$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Castlebar to Ballina was searched and found on 25 May 2025 with a price of US$9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Castlebar to Ballina as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$14 for a bus ticket from Castlebar to Ballina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9, which is on 2025-05-25.

Usually AAUT will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Castlebar to Ballina, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Castlebar to Ballina will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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