What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Balla?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Balla is to train which costs €40 - €60 and takes 7h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Balla?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Balla is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Balla?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Balla. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Balla via Airport Zone 13 and ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Belfast to Balla?

The distance between Belfast and Balla is 446 km. The road distance is 269.2 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Balla without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Balla without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 7h 2m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Balla?

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Belfast to Balla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Balla bus from?

Belfast to Balla bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Grand Central Station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Balla?

The best way to get from Belfast to Balla is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 7h 2m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Belfast to Balla bus arrive?

Belfast to Balla bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Balla?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Balla is 269 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Belfast to Balla.

Where can I stay near Balla?

There are 242+ hotels available in Balla.

Belfast to Balla - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Balla by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to ATU Galwaybus 761 / ...
3. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Ballabus
7h 2m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Claremorristrain Re
7h 25m
€40–57
Drive 269.2 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Ballacar 269.2 km
3h 23m
€49–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Enniskillen Bus Stationbus 261
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen to Ballina Humbrtbus 458
3. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Ballabus 430
8h 8m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Belfast to Balla.

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Distance: 446.4 km
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Balla, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station to Balla via Terminal 1 Zone 1, Airport Zone 13, and ATU Galway in around 7h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Balla via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Claremorris, and Claremorris in around 7h 25m.

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