How much is the bus ticket from Castlebar to Ballina?

The cheapest bus tickets from Castlebar to Ballina start from $16. The average price for this route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Castlebar to Ballina?

The average bus trip duration from Castlebar to Ballina is 50m, covering a distance of 19 miles (31 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 47m and is operated by Citylink .

Which bus companies service the Castlebar to Ballina route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Expressway , Citylink .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Castlebar to Ballina?

The earliest bus departs from Castlebar to Ballina at 8:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Castlebar to Ballina?

A bus trip from Castlebar to Ballina generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Castlebar to Ballina?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citylink , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 715 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Castlebar to Ballina?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citylink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Castlebar to Ballina?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Citylink , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Castlebar to Ballina?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citylink , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Castlebar to Ballina on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	6:35pm	Ballina Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:15pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	9:05pm	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:45pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	11:35pm	Ballina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Ballina on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:18pm	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	47m	5:05pm	Ballina Humbert St Circular Road	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	9:35am	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:48pm	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	47m	7:35pm	Ballina Humbert St Circular Road	No tags
Bus	11:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	12:35pm	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:18pm	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	47m	10:05pm	Ballina Humbert St Circular Road	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Ballina on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:18am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	47m	12:05pm	Ballina Humbert St Circular Road	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	9:35am	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:18pm	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	47m	2:05pm	Ballina Humbert St Circular Road	No tags
Bus	11:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	12:35pm	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:18pm	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	47m	5:05pm	Ballina Humbert St Circular Road	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Ballina on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	9:35am	Ballina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:18am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	47m	12:05pm	Ballina Humbert St Circular Road	Fastest
Bus	8:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	9:35am	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:18pm	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	47m	2:05pm	Ballina Humbert St Circular Road	No tags
Bus	11:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	12:35pm	Ballina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Ballina on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	9:35am	Ballina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:18pm	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	47m	2:05pm	Ballina Humbert St Circular Road	Fastest
Bus	8:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	9:35am	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:18pm	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	47m	5:05pm	Ballina Humbert St Circular Road	No tags
Bus	11:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	12:35pm	Ballina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Ballina on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	9:35am	Ballina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:18am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	47m	12:05pm	Ballina Humbert St Circular Road	Fastest
Bus	8:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	9:35am	Ballina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:18pm	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	47m	2:05pm	Ballina Humbert St Circular Road	No tags
Bus	11:45am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	50m	12:35pm	Ballina Bus Station	No tags

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Get from Castlebar to Ballina

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

50mAverage Duration

19 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Castlebar and Ballina?

Stops in Castlebar

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Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop
Stephen Garvey Way, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland
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Stops in Ballina

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

Expressway

3.5/5484 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

Citylink

4.5/5717 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4.3

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Castlebar to Ballina by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Castlebar to Ballina?
The cheapest bus tickets from Castlebar to Ballina start from $16. The average price for this route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Castlebar to Ballina?
The average bus trip duration from Castlebar to Ballina is 50m, covering a distance of 19 miles (31 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 47m and is operated by Citylink.
Which bus companies service the Castlebar to Ballina route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Expressway, Citylink.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Castlebar to Ballina?
The earliest bus departs from Castlebar to Ballina at 8:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Castlebar to Ballina?
A bus trip from Castlebar to Ballina generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Castlebar to Ballina?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citylink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 715 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Castlebar to Ballina?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citylink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Castlebar to Ballina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Citylink, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Castlebar to Ballina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citylink, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/05

$14

01/06

$14

Today

$15

01/08

$15

01/09

$15

01/10

$12

01/11

$12

01/12

$12

The cheapest trip from Castlebar to Ballina was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 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 Castlebar to Ballina, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $15 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 $12 which is on 2026-01-10.

Usually Expressway 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.