What is the cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Ballybay?

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Ballybay is to train and bus via Athlone which costs €27 - €45 and takes 7h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Castlebar to Ballybay?

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Ballybay is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Castlebar and Ballybay?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlebar to Ballybay. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Ballybay via Dublin Airport Zone 12 and Castleblayney. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Castlebar to Ballybay?

The distance between Castlebar and Ballybay is 375 km. The road distance is 187.3 km.

How do I travel from Castlebar to Ballybay without a car?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Ballybay without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs €85 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Castlebar to Ballybay?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Castlebar to Ballybay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Ballybay bus from?

Castlebar to Ballybay bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Castlebar station.

Train or bus from Castlebar to Ballybay?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Ballybay is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs €85 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs €35 - €55 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Castlebar to Ballybay bus arrive?

Castlebar to Ballybay bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 15 station.

Can I drive from Castlebar to Ballybay?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlebar to Ballybay is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Castlebar to Ballybay.

Where can I stay near Ballybay?

There are 75+ hotels available in Ballybay.

Castlebar to Ballybay - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Castlebar to Ballybay by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
5h 35m
€89–119
Train, bus via Athlone
cheapest
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Athlonetrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Cavan Bus Stationbus 466
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 175 / ...
7h 40m
€28–42
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Dublin Airport Zone 15bus 721
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Castleblayneybus 32
7h 30m
€38–54
Drive 187.3 km
1. Drive from Castlebar to Ballybaycar 187.3 km
2h 39m
€32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Castleblayneybus 32
7h 27m
€39–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to ATU Galwaybus 52
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Monaghan Shopping Centrebus Gm13
7h 37m

Castlebar to Ballybay by bus

37Weekly Buses

7h 30mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Castlebar to Ballybay.

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Distance: 374.5 km
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Castlebar, Ireland and Ballybay, Ulster, Ireland?

You can take a train from Castlebar to Ballybay via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, Dublin Connolly, and Dundalk in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlebar to Ballybay via Dublin Airport Zone 12 and Castleblayney in around 7h 30m.

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