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Duration 39 min
Distance 27.8 miles
Average price £10
Frequency Hourly

Trip overview

The train between Belfast and Ballymena takes 39 min. There is an hourly train service from Belfast to Ballymena. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Train

  1. Lanyon Place
  2. Ballymena
39 min
£8 - £12

Belfast to Ballymena train times

Trains run hourly between Belfast and Ballymena. The service departs Belfast at 21:50 at night, which arrives into Ballymena at 22:29. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 39 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Train services typically run at the following times each day These schedules are estimated
These schedules are estimated: The schedules shown above are estimated schedules based on typical services on the average day and may vary depending on when you plan to travel. Please make sure you confirm the departure/arrival times and availability with the operator before planning your trip.

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Belfast to Ballymena? 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.

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lanyon Place and arriving at Ballymena. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

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The distance between Belfast and Ballymena is 32 miles. The road distance is 27.8 miles.

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Belfast to Ballymena train services, operated by Translink, depart from Lanyon Place station.

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Belfast to Ballymena train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ballymena station.

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There are 220+ hotels available in Ballymena.

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What companies run services between Belfast and Ballymena?

Translink operates a train from Lanyon Place to Ballymena hourly. Tickets cost £8 - £12 and the journey takes 39 min.
Train operators
Translink
Ave. Duration
39 min
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
£8 - £12

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