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07/11/2025
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Ballina to Dublin by train

The journey from Ballina to Dublin by train is 131.13 mi and takes 4 hrs 25 mins. There are 29 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:05 and the last at 18:16. It is possible to travel from Ballina to Dublin by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hrs 25 mins
Connection per Day 29
First Departure 05:05
Last Departure 18:16
Distance 131.13 mi
Departure Ballina
Arrival Dublin
Carriers Irish Rail

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £0.88 to £8.24 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 89% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Ballina to Dublin

The cheapest Ballina - Dublin train tickets can be found for as low as £3.32 if you’re lucky, or £5.46 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £8.87.

Find the best day to travel to Dublin by train

When travelling to Dublin by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Ballina to Dublin CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
14.77kg
Bus
15.83kg
Flight
42.21kg
Car
33.76kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Ballina to Dublin by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Ballina and Dublin are 14.77kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Ballina and Dublin? By taking the train between Ballina and Dublin you will save 27.44kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.06kg compared to a bus and 18.99kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Ballina and Dublin by train?
Ballina to Dublin is 131.13 mi.
How long does the train between Ballina and Dublin take?
Ballina to Dublin is on average 4 hrs 25 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 20 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Ballina to Dublin?
Ballina to Dublin has 29 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Ballina to Dublin leave?
The earliest train from Ballina to Dublin departs at 05:05. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Ballina to Dublin depart?
The latest train from Ballina to Dublin departs at 18:16. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Ballina to Dublin by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Ballina and Dublin is 3 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct train from Ballina to Dublin?
Yes, there is a direct train between Ballina and Dublin.
What are the CO2 emissions for Ballina to Dublin by train?
The train journey from Ballina to Dublin creates 14.77kg of CO2 emissions.

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