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19/03/2025
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Dublin to Ballina by train

The journey from Dublin to Ballina by train is 131.13 mi and takes 4 hrs 11 mins. There are 18 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:37 and the last at 19:35. It is possible to travel from Dublin to Ballina by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hrs 11 mins
Connection per Day 18
First Departure 06:37
Last Departure 19:35
Distance 131.13 mi
Departure Dublin
Arrival Ballina
Carriers Irish Rail

Dublin to Ballina Train Times

Departure date
Wednesday, 19 Mar 2025

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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 £0.20 to £11.28 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 98% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Dublin to Ballina

The cheapest Dublin - Ballina train tickets can be found for as low as £3.21 if you’re lucky, or £4.37 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £8.83.

Find the best day to travel to Ballina by train

When travelling to Ballina 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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Dublin to Ballina 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 Dublin to Ballina by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Dublin and Ballina are 14.77kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Dublin and Ballina? By taking the train between Dublin and Ballina 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 Dublin and Ballina by train?
Dublin to Ballina is 131.13 mi.
How long does the train between Dublin and Ballina take?
Dublin to Ballina is on average 4 hrs 11 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 19 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Dublin to Ballina?
Dublin to Ballina has 18 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Dublin to Ballina leave?
The earliest train from Dublin to Ballina departs at 06:37. 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 Dublin to Ballina depart?
The latest train from Dublin to Ballina departs at 19:35. 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 Dublin to Ballina by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Dublin and Ballina is 3 hrs 19 mins.
Is there a direct train from Dublin to Ballina?
Yes, there is a direct train between Dublin and Ballina.
What are the CO2 emissions for Dublin to Ballina by train?
The train journey from Dublin to Ballina creates 14.77kg of CO2 emissions.

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