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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 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 590, 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
- A
Dublin Airport
- 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
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Based on 480 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 R 590
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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 590. The average price for this route is around R 597. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ballina to Dublin?
The average bus journey time from Ballina to Dublin is 3h 49m, covering a distance of 214 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ballina to Dublin?
The earliest bus departs from Ballina to Dublin at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ballina to Dublin?
A bus trip from Ballina to Dublin produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 03 Jan 2026 with a price of R 539To 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 R 539 to R 1 539 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 R 539, which is on 2026-01-06.
