What is the travel distance from Ballina to Dublin?

The distance between the two cities is 129 miles (208 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ballina to Dublin?

The majority of buses traveling from Ballina to Dublin start their journey at Ballina Bus Station and wind up at Dublin Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Dublin?

Once in Dublin, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Boyne Valley, Dalkey Island, Iveagh Gardens, Dublin Bay Cruises and Wicklow Mountains National Park.

Bus Ballina to Dublin from $32 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ballina to Dublin on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Ballina Bus Station	4h 14m	7:44pm	Dublin Busaras	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Ballina Bus Station	3h 19m	4:19am	Dublin N4	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	Ballina Bus Station	4h 2m	9:32pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Ballina Bus Station	3h 28m	9:58am	Dublin N4	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Ballina Bus Station	3h 33m	1:03pm	Dublin N4	No tags

Next departures for Ballina to Dublin on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Ballina Bus Station	4h 14m	7:44pm	Dublin Busaras	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Ballina Bus Station	3h 19m	4:19am	Dublin N4	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	Ballina Bus Station	4h 2m	9:32pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Ballina Bus Station	3h 28m	9:58am	Dublin N4	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Ballina Bus Station	3h 33m	1:03pm	Dublin N4	No tags

Next departures for Ballina to Dublin on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Ballina Bus Station	4h 4m	7:34pm	Dublin Busaras	Cheapest
Bus	5:30pm	Ballina Bus Station	3h 18m	8:48pm	Dublin N4	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	Ballina Bus Station	4h	9:30pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Ballina Bus Station	3h 19m	4:19am	Dublin N4	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Ballina Bus Station	3h 19m	9:49am	Dublin N4	No tags

Next departures for Ballina to Dublin on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Ballina Bus Station	4h 4m	7:34pm	Dublin Busaras	Cheapest
Bus	5:30pm	Ballina Bus Station	3h 18m	8:48pm	Dublin N4	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	Ballina Bus Station	4h	9:30pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Ballina Bus Station	3h 19m	4:19am	Dublin N4	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Ballina Bus Station	3h 19m	9:49am	Dublin N4	No tags

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Get from Ballina to Dublin

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

3h 52mAverage Duration

130 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Ballina and Dublin?

Stops in Ballina

A
Ballina Bus Station
Kevin Barry St, Carrowcushlaun West, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland
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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

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Expressway

4/5444 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Based on 444 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at $35

Expressway Ballina Dublin recent customer reviews

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October 25, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ballina to Dublin by bus

What is the travel distance from Ballina to Dublin?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ballina to Dublin?
What are the best sights and things to do in Dublin?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/24

$32

11/25

$32

Today

$32

11/27

$32

11/28

$32

11/29

$32

11/30

$32

12/01

$32

The cheapest trip from Ballina to Dublin was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $32

To 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 $32 to $87 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 $32 which is on 2025-12-01.