How to get from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Balla by bus and train?

From Dublin Airport (DUB) to Balla by bus and train

To get from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Balla in Ireland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 23 bus from Airport Zone 13 station to Castle Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 70 bus and finally take the RAIL train from Athlone station to Manulla Junction station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Dublin Airport (DUB) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Balla on the Moovit app.

251min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2323
Bus - 7070
Train - RAILRAIL
Leaves from Airport Zone 13

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Airport Zone 13
    ID 112111
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Sligo
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Castle Street
    ID 135761
    83 min
  • 4
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Athlone
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Athlone Stn
    ID 555101
    65 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Athlone
    40 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Westport
  • 8
    Ride to train station Manulla Junction
    Ride to train station
    Manulla Junction
    83 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Balla

The distance between Dublin Airport (DUB), Ireland and Balla, Ireland is approximately 251.31 km, which can typically be travelled in 251 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Balla by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Balla

To check the bus and train schedule from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Balla using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Dublin Airport (DUB)) and destination (Balla), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Balla?

    The fastest way takes 251 minutes, using Bus line 23, Bus line 70, Train line RAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Balla?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 11 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Balla?

    The 23 bus line goes from Airport Zone 13 station near Dublin Airport (DUB) in Airport to Castle Street station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Castle Street station near Balla in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Balla by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Dublin Airport (DUB) in Airport and Balla in Ireland by bus and train is about 4 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dublin Airport (DUB) to get to Balla?

    Get on the 23 bus from the Airport Zone 13 stop near Dublin Airport (DUB) in Airport.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Balla?

    Get off the bus at the Castle Street station, which is closest to Balla in Ireland.

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