The cheapest and fastest buses from Ballinasloe to Dublin
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ballinasloe to Dublin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ballinasloe to Dublin will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 5 buses that leave Ballinasloe for Dublin on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Ballinasloe to Dublin
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ballinasloe to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, and a bus costs an average of €18.
Distance: 131 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€18 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ballinasloe to Dublin bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ballinasloe to Dublin buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 AM Ballinasloe | 2h40 | 1:40 PM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Ballinasloe | 2h40 | 3:40 PM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 2:00 AM Ballinasloe | 2h35 | 4:35 AM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Ballinasloe | 2h40 | 8:40 AM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Ballinasloe | 2h40 | 11:10 AM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Ballinasloe to Dublin by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Dec 21
Dec 22
Dec 23
Dec 24
Dec 25
Dec 26
Dec 27
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ballinasloe to Dublin
Buses from Ballinasloe to Dublin run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €16 by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest bus covers the 131 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 131 km |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 02:00 |
Last bus 19:00 |
Bus providers: AirCoach, Citylink from Ballinasloe to DublinYou can travel by bus between Ballinasloe to Dublin with AirCoach, Citylink for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
AirCoach
Citylink
FAQs: Bus from Ballinasloe to Dublin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ballinasloe to Dublin by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Ballinasloe, Brackernagh (Portiuncula Hospital), which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), located 9.1 miles (14.7 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Ballinasloe to Dublin, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
More options for your journey from Ballinasloe to Dublin
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
