What is the cheapest way to get from Armagh to Ballymena?

The cheapest way to get from Armagh to Ballymena is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Armagh to Ballymena?

The fastest way to get from Armagh to Ballymena is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Armagh and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Armagh station to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Armagh Bus Station and arriving at Ballymena Buscentre via Grand Central Station Stand 10 and Laganside Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Armagh to Ballymena?

The distance between Armagh and Ballymena is 70 miles. The road distance is 47 miles.

How do I travel from Armagh to Ballymena without a car?

The best way to get from Armagh to Ballymena without a car is to line 251 bus and train which takes 2h 31m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Armagh to Ballymena?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Armagh to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Armagh to Ballymena bus from?

Armagh to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Armagh Bus Station.

Where does the Armagh to Ballymena bus arrive?

Armagh to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Station Stand 14.

Can I drive from Armagh to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Armagh to Ballymena is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Armagh to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 219+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Armagh to Ballymena - 5 ways to travel via train, line 251 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Armagh to Ballymena by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 251 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Armagh Bus Station to Portadown Train Station [bus stop]bus 251 / ...
2. Take the train from Portadown to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
2h 31m
Drive 46.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Armagh to Ballymenacar 46.8 mi
1h 13m
£12–17
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Armagh Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 14bus 251 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain Rail
2h 39m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Armagh to Ballymenataxi 46.8 mi
1h 13m
£95–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Armagh Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 14bus 251 / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Ballymena Buscentrebus 218 / ...
3h 20m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Armagh to Ballymena.

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Distance: 70.1 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Armagh, Northern Ireland and Ballymena, Mid and East Antrim, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Armagh Bus Station to Ballymena Buscentre via Grand Central Station Stand 10, Queens Square, and Laganside Bus Station in around 3h 20m.

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