The average train between Ballymena and Newry takes 2h 8m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Ballymena to Newry. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Ballymena and Newry. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ballymena is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Newry at 6:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Ballymena to Newry? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Newry. However, there are services departing from Ballymena station and arriving at Newry station via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.
Ballymena to Newry train services, operated by Translink, depart from Ballymena station.
Ballymena to Newry train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Newry station.
The distance between Ballymena and Newry is 76.3 km. The road distance is 123 km.
You can take a train from Ballymena to Newry via Belfast Great Central in around 2h 9m.