How to get from Achill Island to Balla by bus and train?

Achill Island to Balla - Bus Schedule

The 450 bus from Achill Island to Balla runs from 07:42 to 17:13, with departures every 1 hr 55 min-3 hr. The trip takes about 3 hr 3 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Achill Island to Balla by bus and train

To get from Achill Island to Balla in Ireland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 450 bus from An Caiseal station to Newport station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 460B bus and finally take the RAIL train from Castlebar station to Manulla Junction station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 3 min. The bus and train schedule from Achill Island may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Balla on the Moovit app.

183min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 450450
Bus - 460B460B
Train - RAILRAIL
Leaves from An Caiseal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    An Caiseal
    ID 638041
    1.29 km • 17 min
  • 2
    Bus - 450450
    Wait for bus
    450
    Louisburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Newport
    ID 638111
    42 min
  • 4
    Bus - 460B460B
    Wait for bus
    460B
    Castlebar Stn
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Castlebar Stn
    ID 10759
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Castlebar
    ID 999168
    70 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 8
    Ride to train station Manulla Junction
    Ride to train station
    Manulla Junction
    6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Achill Island to Balla

The distance between Achill Island, Ireland and Balla, Ireland is approximately 65.74 km, which can typically be travelled in 183 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Achill Island 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 Achill Island to Balla

To check the bus and train schedule from Achill Island to Balla using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Achill Island) 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 Achill Island to Balla?

    The fastest way takes 183 minutes, using Bus line 450, Bus line 460B, Train line RAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Achill Island and Balla?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 3 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Achill Island to Balla?

    The 450 bus line goes from An Caiseal station near Achill Island in Achill Sound to Newport station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Newport station near Balla in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Achill Island to Balla by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Achill Island in Achill Sound and Balla in Ireland by bus and train is about 3 hr 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Achill Island to get to Balla?

    Get on the 450 bus from the An Caiseal stop near Achill Island in Achill Sound.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Achill Island and Balla?

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

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