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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballina to Carlow

Composite routes from Ballina to Carlow

Cheapest
3 h
Car
246 km.
from $13
Other
5 h 18 min
204 km.
from $49.67
5 h 21 min
204 km.
from $55.57
7 h 45 min
204 km.
from $39.46

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Manulla Junction to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30
Train from Kildare to Carlow
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.19

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Ballina, Bus Station to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.20–$34.39

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Ballina, Bus Station to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.20–$34.39
Bus from Heuston Station to Hanover
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Ballina Humbert Street to Galway
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$25.48

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
info@jjkavanagh.ie
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Heuston Station to Hanover
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Bus from Galway Cathedral to Hanover
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ballina to Carlow?

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Carlow is to train which costs $28.26 - $42.39 and takes 5h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballina to Carlow?

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Carlow is to drive which takes 3h and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina station to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Ballina, Bus Station and arriving at Hanover Bus Park via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Ballina and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Carlow via Manulla Junction and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Ballina to Carlow?

The distance between Ballina and Carlow is 265 km. The road distance is 246.7 km.

How do I travel from Ballina to Carlow without a car?

The best way to get from Ballina to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 .

How long does it take to get from Ballina to Carlow?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Ballina to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Carlow bus from?

Ballina to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway, depart from Ballina, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Carlow train from?

Ballina to Carlow train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Manulla Junction station.

Train or bus from Ballina to Carlow?

The best way to get from Ballina to Carlow is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $47.83 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Ballina to Carlow bus arrive?

Ballina to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway, arrive at Dublin Heuston Station.

Where does the Ballina to Carlow train arrive?

Ballina to Carlow train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Carlow is 247 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Ballina to Carlow.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ballina to Carlow?

Book your Ballina to Carlow bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 87+ hotels available in Carlow. Prices start at $47.15 per night.
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