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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Armagh is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Armagh is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Armagh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Armagh station. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Armagh Bus Station via Queens Square and Grand Central Station Stand 14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Armagh?

The distance between Ballymena and Armagh is 71 miles. The road distance is 47 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Armagh without a car is to train and line 251 bus which takes 2h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Ballymena to Armagh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Armagh bus from?

Ballymena to Armagh bus services, operated by Translink, depart from George Street station.

Where does the Ballymena to Armagh bus arrive?

Ballymena to Armagh bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Armagh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Armagh is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Ballymena to Armagh.

Where can I stay near Armagh?

There are 139+ hotels available in Armagh.

Ballymena to Armagh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 251 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Armagh by train, bus, 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.

Train, line 251 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Portadowntrain
3. Take the bus from Portadown Train Station [bus stop] to Armagh Bus Stationbus 251 / ...
2h 51m
Drive 46.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Armaghcar 46.7 mi
1h 14m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Laganside Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Armagh Bus Stationbus 251 / ...
3h 48m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Armaghtaxi 46.7 mi
1h 14m
£95–120

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 70.1 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Armagh Bus Station via Laganside Bus Station, Queens Square, and Grand Central Station Stand 14 in around 3h 48m.

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