What's the distance between Dublin and Ballina by coach?

The journey from Dublin to Ballina by coach covers an approximate distance of 129 miles (208 km).

How can I get from Dublin to Ballina without driving?

You can reach Ballina from Dublin by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus from Dublin to Ballina from £25 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dublin to Ballina on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Dublin Airport T2	4h 23m	22:23	Ballina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Dublin N4	3h 2m	02:47	Ballina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	23:25	Dublin Airport T2	3h 22m	02:47	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:52	Dublin N4	3h 31m	22:23	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:25	Dublin Busaras	3h 58m	22:23	Ballina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Ballina on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Dublin Airport T2	4h 21m	11:21	Ballina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Dublin N4	3h 2m	02:47	Ballina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Dublin Airport T2	3h 54m	14:14	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:30	Dublin Airport T2	4h 23m	16:53	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	15:30	Dublin Airport T2	4h 23m	19:53	Ballina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Ballina on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Dublin Airport T2	4h 6m	11:06	Ballina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Dublin N4	3h	02:40	Ballina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	10:25	Dublin Airport T2	3h 45m	14:10	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:30	Dublin Airport T2	4h 11m	16:41	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	15:30	Dublin Airport T2	4h 11m	19:41	Ballina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Ballina on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Dublin Airport T2	4h 6m	11:06	Ballina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Dublin N4	3h	02:40	Ballina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	10:25	Dublin Airport T2	3h 45m	14:10	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:30	Dublin Airport T2	4h 11m	16:41	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	15:30	Dublin Airport T2	4h 11m	19:41	Ballina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Ballina on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Dublin Airport T2	4h 21m	11:21	Ballina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Dublin N4	3h 2m	02:47	Ballina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Dublin Airport T2	3h 54m	14:14	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:30	Dublin Airport T2	4h 23m	16:53	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	15:30	Dublin Airport T2	4h 23m	19:53	Ballina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Ballina on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Dublin Airport T2	4h 21m	11:21	Ballina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Dublin N4	3h 2m	02:47	Ballina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Dublin Airport T2	3h 54m	14:14	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:30	Dublin Airport T2	4h 23m	16:53	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	15:30	Dublin Airport T2	4h 23m	19:53	Ballina Bus Station	No tags

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Get from Dublin to Ballina

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 58 minutes, and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

3h 58mAverage duration

130 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

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Expressway

4/5441 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.1

Based on 441 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 Wi-Fi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at £28

Expressway Dublin Ballina recent customer reviews

Easy to book. Good customer service from the driver. Comfortable coach. On time.

Geraldine S.

2 September 2024

IE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Dublin and Ballina?

Stops in Dublin

A
Dublin Airport
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B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland
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C
Custom House Quay
Dublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
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D
Por
Irish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
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E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland
F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland

Stops in Ballina

A
Ballina Bus Station
Kevin Barry St, Carrowcushlaun West, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dublin to Ballina

What's the distance between Dublin and Ballina by coach?
The journey from Dublin to Ballina by coach covers an approximate distance of 129 miles (208 km).
How can I get from Dublin to Ballina without driving?
You can reach Ballina from Dublin by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

18/11

£25

19/11

£25

Today

£25

21/11

£25

22/11

£25

23/11

£25

24/11

£25

25/11

£25

The cheapest trip from Dublin to Ballina was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £25

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

You can expect to pay from £25 to £68 for a bus ticket from Dublin to Ballina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-11-22.