What is the distance between Ballyshannon and Dublin?

The distance separating Ballyshannon and Dublin is 112 miles (181 km).

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

If you're headed to Dublin from Ballyshannon, chances are that your bus will leave from Ballyshannon Bus Depot and arrive at Dublin Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

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 The National Gallery, Dublin Bay Cruises, Dublin Zoo, Dalkey Island and Kilmainham Gaol.

Bus Ballyshannon to Dublin from $12 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Ballyshannon to Dublin on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:20pm	Ballyshannon Bus Depot	2h 55m	7:15pm	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	Ballyshannon Bus Depot	3h 40m	9:30pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	Ballyshannon Bus Depot	3h 20m	9:10pm	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	7:20pm	Ballyshannon Bus Depot	2h 55m	10:15pm	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	7:20pm	Ballyshannon Bus Depot	3h 15m	10:35pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags

Get from Ballyshannon to Dublin

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

3h 43mAverage Duration

112 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Ballyshannon and Dublin?

Stops in Ballyshannon

A
Ballyshannon Bus Depot
Bridge House, Main St, Townparks, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, 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

4/5441 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Customers appreciate the professional and punctual service provided by the drivers. However, there are suggestions for more legroom to accommodate taller passengers better. Overall, users find the service reliable but see room for improvement in comfort features like seating space.

Expressway Ballyshannon Dublin recent customer reviews

The driver was great. The bus was on time which was great. Getting luggage in to luggage bay and out again was alittle difficult.

Anne R.

August 10, 2025

More leg room for big tall men like myself. But a good service that needs more funding.

Joseph M.

September 30, 2024

Perfect journey

Mary K.

June 15, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ballyshannon to Dublin by bus

What is the distance between Ballyshannon and Dublin?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ballyshannon 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

11/19

$32

11/20

$12

Today

$12

11/22

$12

11/23

$12

11/24

$12

11/25

No data

11/26

$12

The cheapest trip from Ballyshannon to Dublin was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $60 for a bus ticket from Ballyshannon to Dublin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-26.