How to get from Ballyfermot to Rathmines by bus?

From Ballyfermot to Rathmines by bus

To get from Ballyfermot to Rathmines in Dublin, take the G2 bus from Ballyfermot station to Ormond Quay Upper station. Next, take the 80 bus from Ormond Quay Upper station to Military Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is €2.00. The bus schedule from Ballyfermot may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Rathmines on the Moovit app.

64min€2.00
Bus - G2G2
Bus - 8080
Walk to Rathmines
Leaves from Ballyfermot

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ballyfermot
  • 2
    Bus - G2G2
    Wait for bus
    G2
    Spencer Dock
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ormond Quay Upper
    ID 7883
    36 min
  • 4
    Bus - 8080
    Wait for bus
    80
    Palmerston Park
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Military Road
    ID 1019
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rathmines
    Walk to
    Rathmines
    Rathmines Road Lower
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ballyfermot to Rathmines by bus via S4 and 15

To get from Ballyfermot to Rathmines in Dublin, take the S4 bus from Ballyfermot station to Brighton Road station. Next, take the 15 bus from Brighton Road station to Cathal Brugha Barracks station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is €2.00. The bus schedule from Ballyfermot may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Rathmines on the Moovit app.

55min€2.00
Bus - S4S4
Bus - 1515
Walk to Rathmines
Leaves from Ballyfermot

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ballyfermot
  • 2
    Bus - S4S4
    Wait for bus
    S4
    Ucd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brighton Road
    ID 1165
    43 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Clongriffin
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cathal Brugha Barracks
    ID 1071
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rathmines
    Walk to
    Rathmines
    Rathmines Road Lower
    80 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ballyfermot to Rathmines

The distance between Ballyfermot, Dublin and Rathmines, Dublin is approximately 10.46 km, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ballyfermot to Rathmines by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Dublin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Ballyfermot to Rathmines

To check the bus schedule from Ballyfermot to Rathmines using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ballyfermot) and destination (Rathmines), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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Alternative route from Ballyfermot to Rathmines by bus via S4 and 15

To get from Ballyfermot to Rathmines in Dublin, take the S4 bus from Ballyfermot station to Brighton Road station. Next, take the 15 bus from Brighton Road station to Cathal Brugha Barracks station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is €2.00. The bus schedule from Ballyfermot may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Rathmines on the Moovit app.

55min€2.00
Bus - S4S4
Bus - 1515
Walk to Rathmines
Leaves from Ballyfermot

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ballyfermot
  • 2
    Bus - S4S4
    Wait for bus
    S4
    Ucd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brighton Road
    ID 1165
    43 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Clongriffin
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cathal Brugha Barracks
    ID 1071
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rathmines
    Walk to
    Rathmines
    Rathmines Road Lower
    80 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ballyfermot to Rathmines?

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Bus line G2, Bus line 80.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ballyfermot to Rathmines?

    The alternative route takes 55 minutes, using Bus line S4, Bus line 15.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ballyfermot and Rathmines in Dublin?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ballyfermot to Rathmines in Dublin?

    The G2 bus line goes from Spencer Dock station near Ballyfermot to Ormond Quay Upper station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ormond Quay Upper station near Rathmines in Dublin.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ballyfermot to Rathmines in Dublin by bus?

    The total travel time between Ballyfermot and Rathmines in Dublin by bus is about 1 hr 4 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ballyfermot to get to Rathmines in Dublin?

    Get on the G2 bus from the Spencer Dock stop near Ballyfermot in Dublin.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ballyfermot and Rathmines in Dublin?

    Get off the bus at the Ormond Quay Upper stop, which is closest to Rathmines in Dublin.

  • How much is the bus fare from Ballyfermot to Rathmines?

    The ride from Ballyfermot to Rathmines costs €2.00.

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