Ballina (Mayo) travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ballina (Mayo)

With a population of 10,087, Ballina (Mayo) is a must-see destination in Mayo, Ireland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ballina (Mayo) to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Ballina (Mayo)

Ballina (Mayo) in July
Estimated hotel price
£88
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballina (Mayo) in July
Estimated hotel price
£88
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ballina (Mayo)

Plane

Although Ballina (Mayo) doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 20 miles from Ballina (Mayo). Shannon Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Ballina (Mayo) from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

The train station in Ballina (Mayo) is called Ballina (Mayo) Manulla Junction, and is located 20 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Ballina (Mayo) is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 130 miles from Ballina (Mayo). You’ll find branches of Budget and Easirent, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Ballina (Mayo) doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 20 miles from Ballina (Mayo). Shannon Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Ballina (Mayo) from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

The train station in Ballina (Mayo) is called Ballina (Mayo) Manulla Junction, and is located 20 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Ballina (Mayo) is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 130 miles from Ballina (Mayo). You’ll find branches of Budget and Easirent, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Ballina (Mayo)

Airlines serving Ballina (Mayo)

Lufthansa
Good (4,620 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,462 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,602 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,742 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,606 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (778 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,451 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,777 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ballina (Mayo)

Average rates range from around £133 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £99 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ballina (Mayo)

Most booked hotels in Ballina (Mayo)

Waterfront House & Restaurant
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£116+
Ice House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£158+
Diamond Coast Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£83+
The Ellison
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£98+
Breaffy House Hotel And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£125+
Ocean Sands Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£101+

Hiring a car in Ballina (Mayo)

Expect to pay £1.53 per litre in Ballina (Mayo) (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.28 and £24.37. Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ballina (Mayo), while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £1.53 per litre in Ballina (Mayo) (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.28 and £24.37. Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ballina (Mayo), while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.