How far is it from Castlebar to Ballina?

The distance between Castlebar and Ballina is 39 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Castlebar to Ballina?

The drive from Castlebar to Ballina takes approximately 40 min by car.

What is the best route from Castlebar to Ballina?

The fastest route from Castlebar to Ballina covers 39 km with a driving time of approximately 40 min.

Which direction is Ballina from Castlebar?

Ballina lies roughly to the north of Castlebar.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Castlebar and Ballina?

Along the route from Castlebar to Ballina you can fill up at Circle K, Reapes, Circle K. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Castlebar and Ballina?

Along the route from Castlebar to Ballina you can stop for the night or service your van at Lough Lannagh Holiday Village.

Are there charging stations between Castlebar and Ballina?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Castlebar to Ballina, including N26, Swinford (200 kW); Moneen Road, Castlebar (150 kW); R320 (60 kW). Charging points on this route: 33.

Castlebar Ballina

Distance: 39 kmDrive time: 40 min

Driving from Castlebar to Ballina takes about 40 min via N26. The distance is 39 km. The straight-line distance is 30 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions16 · 39 km

1 Depart onto Charles Street Lower 30 m
2 Turn left onto Charles Street Lower 315 m
3 At roundabout, take exit straight 331 m
4 Enter roundabout straight onto Dublin Road 5 m
5 Exit roundabout straight onto Dublin Road 3 km
6 Enter rotary straight onto Dublin Road 83 m
7 Exit rotary left onto Dublin Road 8 km
8 Turn left 12 km

9 Turn left 16 km
10 Turn right onto James Road 144 m
11 Turn left onto Hill Street 300 m
12 At end of road, turn right onto Tolan Street 67 m
13 Turn left onto Emmet Street 322 m
14 Turn left onto Dillon Terrace 120 m
15 Continue slightly left onto Pearse Street 168 m
16 Arrive onto Pearse Street

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The return trip from Ballina to Castlebar covers roughly the same distance, 39 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

33 chargers

N26, SwinfordN26, Swinford, Co. Mayo200 kW
Moneen Road, CastlebarMoneen Road, Castlebar150 kW
R320R320, F12 VR9260 kW
Humbert Street Car Park, BallinaHumbert Street Car Park, Ballina, Co. Mayo50 kW
Lannagh Road, CastlebarLannagh Road, Castlebar, County Mayo50 kW

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Top attractions along the route

No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular destinations close by

Ballina → Westport58 km · 50 min Ballina → Tuam81 km · 1 h 20 min Ballina → Boyle64 km · 1 h 10 min Ballina → Ballycastle27 km · 30 min Ballina → Bundoran94 km · 1 h 25 min Ballina → Lahardane22 km · 25 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 September 2026.

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How far is it from Castlebar to Ballina?: The distance between Castlebar and Ballina is 39 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Castlebar to Ballina?: The drive from Castlebar to Ballina takes approximately 40 min by car.
What is the best route from Castlebar to Ballina?: The fastest route from Castlebar to Ballina covers 39 km with a driving time of approximately 40 min.
Which direction is Ballina from Castlebar?: Ballina lies roughly to the north of Castlebar.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Castlebar and Ballina?: Along the route from Castlebar to Ballina you can fill up at Circle K, Reapes, Circle K. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Castlebar and Ballina?: Along the route from Castlebar to Ballina you can stop for the night or service your van at Lough Lannagh Holiday Village.
Are there charging stations between Castlebar and Ballina?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Castlebar to Ballina, including N26, Swinford (200 kW); Moneen Road, Castlebar (150 kW); R320 (60 kW). Charging points on this route: 33.

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