The cheapest and fastest buses from Dublin to Ballyshannon
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dublin to Ballyshannon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Ballyshannon will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 5 buses that leave Dublin for Ballyshannon on Mon, Feb 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 23 the direct buses cover the 181 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Mon, Feb 23 the slowest buses will take 3 h 37 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.










Live departures
Dublin to Ballyshannon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Ballyshannon buses for today, Sunday, February 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 AM Dublin | 3h37 | 1:07 PM Ballyshannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Dublin | 3h37 | 2:37 PM Ballyshannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, February 23 | |||||
![]() | 12:30 AM Dublin | 3h29 | 3:59 AM Ballyshannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Dublin | 3h30 | 10:00 AM Ballyshannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Dublin | 3h30 | 11:30 AM Ballyshannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dublin to Ballyshannon
Buses from Dublin to Ballyshannon run on average 52 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 181 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 181 km |
Average bus duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 52 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: European Sleeper, Bus Éireann from Dublin to BallyshannonYou can travel by bus between Dublin to Ballyshannon with European Sleeper, Bus Éireann for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dublin to Ballyshannon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Ballyshannon 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 Ballyshannon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- European Sleeper
- Pram/stroller access and dedicated wheelchair accessibility are available.
- European Sleeper
- The cancellation policy depends on the type of ticket chosen.
- European Sleeper
- One piece of baggage and one piece of hand luggage are allowed.
- European Sleeper
- For medium-sized dogs, an additional ticket is required.
- European Sleeper
- Small pets are allowed in carriers, and dogs must be muzzled and leashed
- guide dogs are allowed for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dublin to Ballyshannon
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 11, 16, 41 Train: DART Tram: Luas Red
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area, Zone 20.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 16, 41, 700
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