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 - €75 and takes 7h 3m.

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 21m 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 Durham Street and arriving at Balla via Dublin Airport Zone 13 and ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Belfast to Balla?

The distance between Belfast and Balla is 445 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 6h 59m and costs €40 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m 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 National Express, depart from Grand Central Station Durham Street.

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 6h 59m and costs €40 - €80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Belfast to Balla bus arrive?

Belfast to Balla bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 14 station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Balla?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Balla is 269 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Belfast to Balla.

Where can I stay near Balla?

There are 114+ 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 Durham Street to Dublin Airport Zone 14785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to ATU Galway761 / ...
3. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Balla52
6h 59m
€40–79
Train
1. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to ClaremorrisIc / ...
7h 3m
€44–70
Drive 269.2 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Balla269.2 km
3h 21m
€48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Enniskillen Bus Station261
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen to Ballina Bus Station458
3. Take the bus from Ballina, Bus Station to Balla Main Street52
8h 26m

Belfast to Balla by bus

119Weekly Buses

6h 59mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 445.2 km
Duration: 6h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Balla via Dublin Airport Zone 14, Dublin Airport Zone 13, and ATU Galway in around 6h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Great Victoria Street to Balla via Dublin Connolly, Busáras, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Claremorris, and Claremorris in around 7h 3m.

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