What is the cheapest way to get from Ballybunion to Kilrush?

The cheapest way to get from Ballybunion to Kilrush is to line 274 bus and car ferry which costs €8 - €30 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballybunion to Kilrush?

The fastest way to get from Ballybunion to Kilrush is to drive and car ferry which takes 54 min and costs €10 - €35.

How far is it from Ballybunion to Kilrush?

The distance between Ballybunion and Kilrush is 40 km.

How do I travel from Ballybunion to Kilrush without a car?

The best way to get from Ballybunion to Kilrush without a car is to line 274 bus and car ferry which takes 2h 38m and costs €8 - €30.

How long does it take to get from Ballybunion to Kilrush?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Ballybunion to Kilrush, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kilrush?

There are 210+ hotels available in Kilrush.

Ballybunion to Kilrush - 2 ways to travel via line 274 bus, car ferry, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Ballybunion to Kilrush by bus, car ferry, or car

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

Line 274 bus, car ferry
best
1. Take the bus from The Scallops to Tarbert Ferybus 274
2. Take the car ferry from Tarbert to Killimercarferry
2h 38m
€9–29
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Ballybunion to Tarbertcar
2. Take the car ferry from Tarbert to Killimercarferry
54 min
€11–33

Ballybunion to Kilrush by bus and car ferry

20Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballybunion to Kilrush.

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Distance: 40 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Ballybunion, Ireland and Kilrush, IE-CE, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Ballybunion to Kilrush. However, you can take the line 274 bus to Tarbert Fery, walk to Tarbert, take the car ferry to Killimer, walk to Killimer Fery, then take the line 337 bus to Kilrush. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ballybunion to Kilrush via Tarbert and Killimer in around 54 min.

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