Trains from Dublin to Ballina are a convenient way to get from the capital to the northwest when you are visiting Ireland.
Services run regularly from Dublin Heuston station to Ballina station via Manulla Junction and sometimes Athlone as well. They are run on InterCity trains by Irish Rail.
Trains from Dublin to Ballina depart several times a day. There can be up to 5 hours between services, so make sure to check timetables before travelling so that you aren’t left waiting when you arrive at the station.
The total journey time from Dublin to Ballina, including the connections(s), ranges from 3 hours and 10 minutes to 3 hours and 30 minutes.
A single train ticket can cost as little as 14.99 euros for adults for standard class if you book well in advance online. There is also a 3 euro booking fee to cover processing and credit cards.
Cheaper tickets for trains from Dublin to Ballina are available for students, children, and people with farecards.