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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Waterford to Ballina

Composite routes from Waterford to Ballina

Cheapest
3 h 42 min
Car
309 km.
from $16
Other
6 h 35 min
246 km.
from $61.78
8 h 35 min
246 km.
from $64.14
7 h
246 km.
from $44.17

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Waterford to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48
Train from Kildare to Manulla
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Merchants Quay to Parkgate
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00
Bus from Heuston Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Merchants Quay to Parkgate
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.22–$22.83
Bus from Heuston Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35
Bus from Waterford Bus Station to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$13.04

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Galway Cathedral to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.04–$21.74

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
info@dublincoach.ie
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Waterford Bus Station to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.98–$8.70

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
info@jjkavanagh.ie
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Merchants Quay to Parkgate
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Galway
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Waterford to Ballina is to bus via Dublin which costs $35.87 - $54.35 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterford to Ballina is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Waterford and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterford to Ballina station. However, there are services departing from Merchants Quay and arriving at Ballina Bus Station via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Waterford and Ballina?

No, there is no direct train from Waterford to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Waterford and arriving at Ballina via Kildare and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Waterford to Ballina?

The distance between Waterford and Ballina is 354 km. The road distance is 309.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Waterford to Ballina without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs $35.87 - $52.17 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Waterford to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Ballina bus from?

Waterford to Ballina bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Merchants Quay station.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Ballina train from?

Waterford to Ballina train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Waterford station.

Train or bus from Waterford to Ballina?

The best way to get from Waterford to Ballina is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs $35.87 - $52.17 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs $35.87 - $54.35 and takes 7h.

Where does the Waterford to Ballina bus arrive?

Waterford to Ballina bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Parkgate Street station.

Where does the Waterford to Ballina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterford to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterford to Ballina is 309 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Waterford to Ballina.

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

Book your Waterford to Ballina bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 89+ hotels available in Ballina. Prices start at $58.48 per night.
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