Location of Ballyhaunis
in Mayo in the West of Ireland
Located on the intersection of the N60 and N83, Ballyhaunis has a population of approximately 4,700, with at least 41 different nationalities represented in the town.
Ballyhaunis - A Central Base for Your Touring Holiday
Ballyhaunis is perfectly positioned as an inland base for a touring holiday as it is situated in the centre of Connacht. For 'Day Trips' there are a wealth of destinations that are all approximately one hours drive from Ballyhaunis.
- To the North you could visit Yeats County - Sligo.
- To the North/West you'll find the most spectacular coastal scenery and miles of clean, sandy beaches with clear water to swim in.
- To the South/West are the rugged mountains of Connemara with many places of interest such as Kylemore Abbey and Ashford Castle, and on to the city of Galway.
- Head East to the beautiful banks of the River Shannon
- Travel North/East to Lough Key Forest Park in Boyle.
All of these places are within easy reach of Ballyhaunis.
How to Get Here
Located on the intersection of the N60 and N83, Ballyhaunis has good transport links with daily bus connections to the four provinces and it is also served by the Dublin/Westport Irish Rail link.
By Rail
Iarnrod Eireann. Ballyhaunis Railway Station is on the main Dublin/Westport line.
By Bus
Bus Eireann. Ballyhaunis is on the main Expressway Service and the Dublin/Athlone/Westport routes.
By Road
From Dublin via Mullingar and RoscommonFrom Cork via Limerick and GalwayFrom Belfast via Enniskillen and Sligo
By Air
Ireland West Airport Knock is only 25km from Ballyhaunis.
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Ballyhaunis is in South East Mayo.
Useful Directions
- To Claremorris - approx 12miles (18km) N83 and N60.
- To Knock Airport - approx 13miles (21km) N83 to Tooreen then N17 to Charlestown and R376.
- To Galway - approx 41miles (66km) N83 and N17 to Tuam.
- To Castlebar - approx 28miles (45km) N60 via Claremorris to Manulla and R373.
