How to get from Rathfarnham to Ballsbridge by bus?

By bus

To get from Rathfarnham to Ballsbridge in Dublin, take the 16 bus from Rathfarnham Road station to Kenilworth Park station. Next, take the S2 bus from Kenilworth Park station to Rds Ballsbridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is €2.00.

33min€2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1616
Bus - S2S2
Walk to Ballsbridge
Leaves from Rathfarnham Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rathfarnham Road
    ID 1331
    240 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Dublin Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kenilworth Park
    ID 1341
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kenilworth Park
    ID 2475
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - S2S2
    Wait for bus
    S2
    Irishtown
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rds Ballsbridge
    ID 416
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ballsbridge
    Walk to
    Ballsbridge
    120 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus via 16 and 7

To get from Rathfarnham to Ballsbridge in Dublin, take the 16 bus from Rathfarnham Road station to Westmoreland Street station. Next, take the 7 bus from Dublin City South, O'Connell Bridge station to Rds Ballsbridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is €2.00.

46min€2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1616
Bus - 77
Walk to Ballsbridge
Leaves from Rathfarnham Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rathfarnham Road
    ID 1331
    240 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Dublin Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westmoreland Street
    ID 320
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dublin City South, O'Connell Bridge
    ID 273
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Brides Glen
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rds Ballsbridge
    ID 416
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ballsbridge
    Walk to
    Ballsbridge
    120 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Ireland.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transit directions from Rathfarnham to Ballsbridge

The distance between Rathfarnham, Dublin and Ballsbridge, Dublin is approximately 7.36 km, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rathfarnham to Ballsbridge by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Dublin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Rathfarnham

Rathfarnham is located at Main Street, Dublin and the nearest public transit station is Butterfield Avenue.

Bus stations close to Rathfarnham:

  • Butterfield Avenue
  • Owendore Avenue
  • Rathfarnham Road

Public transit stations close to Ballsbridge, Dublin

Ballsbridge is located at Ballsbridge, Dublin and the nearest public transit station is American Embassy.

Train stations close to Ballsbridge:

  • Grand Canal Dock
  • Sydney Parade
  • Lansdowne Road

Bus stations close to Ballsbridge:

  • American Embassy
  • Northumberland Road
  • Merrion Road

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus via 16 and 7

To get from Rathfarnham to Ballsbridge in Dublin, take the 16 bus from Rathfarnham Road station to Westmoreland Street station. Next, take the 7 bus from Dublin City South, O'Connell Bridge station to Rds Ballsbridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is €2.00.

46min€2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1616
Bus - 77
Walk to Ballsbridge
Leaves from Rathfarnham Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rathfarnham Road
    ID 1331
    240 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Dublin Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westmoreland Street
    ID 320
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dublin City South, O'Connell Bridge
    ID 273
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Brides Glen
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rds Ballsbridge
    ID 416
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ballsbridge
    Walk to
    Ballsbridge
    120 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rathfarnham to Ballsbridge?

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Bus line 16, Bus line S2.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Rathfarnham to Ballsbridge?

    The alternative route takes 46 minutes, using Bus line 16, Bus line 7.

  • Is there a direct bus between Rathfarnham and Ballsbridge?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Rathfarnham to Ballsbridge?

    The 16 bus line goes from Rathfarnham Road station near Rathfarnham in Rathfarnham Village to Dublin Airport station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Dublin Airport station near Ballsbridge in Dublin.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rathfarnham to Ballsbridge by bus?

    The total travel time between Rathfarnham in Rathfarnham Village and Ballsbridge in Dublin by bus is about 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Rathfarnham to get to Ballsbridge?

    Get on the 16 bus from the Rathfarnham Road stop near Rathfarnham in Rathfarnham Village.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Rathfarnham and Ballsbridge?

    Get off the bus at the Dublin Airport stop, which is closest to Ballsbridge in Dublin.

  • How much is the bus fare from Rathfarnham to Ballsbridge?

    The ride from Rathfarnham to Ballsbridge costs €2.00.

Real-Time Arrivals, Schedules, Maps & More