Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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. Ballina (Mayo) deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Ballina (Mayo)

If you’re looking for affordable options, Dillons bar & Restaurant (Dillon Terrace, Abbeyhalfquarter) and The Loft (Pearse St) are great picks.

When to visit Ballina (Mayo)

Ballina (Mayo) in February
Estimated hotel price
£67
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballina (Mayo) in February
Estimated hotel price
£67
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 32 km from Ballina (Mayo). The shortest flight to Ballina (Mayo) from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

The train station in Ballina (Mayo) is called Ballina (Mayo) Manulla Junction, and is located 32 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Ballina (Mayo) is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 209 km from Ballina (Mayo). You’ll find branches of Easirent and Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Ballina (Mayo) doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 32 km from Ballina (Mayo). The shortest flight to Ballina (Mayo) from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

The train station in Ballina (Mayo) is called Ballina (Mayo) Manulla Junction, and is located 32 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Ballina (Mayo) is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 209 km from Ballina (Mayo). You’ll find branches of Easirent and Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Ballina (Mayo)

SNNShannon
NOCKnock Intl
GWYGalway

Airlines serving Ballina (Mayo)

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,162 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ballina (Mayo)

Average rates range from around £105 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £92 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ballina (Mayo)

Most booked hotels in Ballina (Mayo)

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Waterfront House & Restaurant
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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The Ellison
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£121+
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Diamond Coast Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£103+
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Belleek Castle
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£216+
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Ice House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£228+
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Breaffy House Hotel And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£136+
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Hiring a car in Ballina (Mayo)

Expect to pay £1.41 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 £16.92 and £22.56.

Expect to pay £1.41 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 £16.92 and £22.56.

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