What is the cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Kells?

The cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Kells is to drive which costs €9 - €14 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Kells?

The fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Kells is to drive which takes 47 min and costs €9 - €14.

Is there a direct bus between Balbriggan and Kells?

No, there is no direct bus from Balbriggan to Kells. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan and arriving at Kells via Drogheda Bus Station and Navan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Balbriggan to Kells?

The distance between Balbriggan and Kells is 63 km. The road distance is 56.3 km.

How do I travel from Balbriggan to Kells without a car?

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Kells without a car is to bus and line 109 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs €14 - €25.

How long does it take to get from Balbriggan to Kells?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Balbriggan to Kells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Kells bus from?

Balbriggan to Kells bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Balbriggan station.

Where does the Balbriggan to Kells bus arrive?

Balbriggan to Kells bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Drogheda Bus Station.

Can I drive from Balbriggan to Kells?

Yes, the driving distance between Balbriggan to Kells is 56 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Balbriggan to Kells.

Where can I stay near Kells?

There are 123+ hotels available in Kells.

Balbriggan to Kells - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 109 bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Balbriggan to Kells by bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, line 109 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Navan190
2. Take the bus from Navan to Kells109 / ...
2h 19m
€15–25
Drive 56.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balbriggan to Kells56.3 km
47 min
€10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balbriggan to Kells56.3 km
47 min
€80–100
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Balbriggan to Drogheda Bus Station101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Navan190
2h 21m
€14–23

Balbriggan to Kells by train and bus

191Weekly Services

2h 19mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 63.4 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Balbriggan, Ireland and Kells, IE-MH, Ireland?

You can take a train from Balbriggan to Kells via Drogheda, Bryanstown, Drogheda Bus Station, and Navan in around 2h 19m.

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