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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Banbridge is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Banbridge is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Banbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Banbridge. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Church Square via Belfast, Europa Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Banbridge?

The distance between Ballymena and Banbridge is 58 miles. The road distance is 42.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Banbridge without a car is to train and line 238 bus which takes 1h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Ballymena to Banbridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Banbridge bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Banbridge bus arrive?

Ballymena to Banbridge bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at High Street station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Banbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Banbridge is 42 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Ballymena to Banbridge.

Where can I stay near Banbridge?

There are 266+ hotels available in Banbridge.

Ballymena to Banbridge - 5 ways to travel via train, line 238 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ballymena to Banbridge 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 238 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Central2 Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Church Square238 / ...
1h 53m
Drive 42 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Banbridge42 mi
56 min
£11–15
Bus, line 238 bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Street218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Church Square238 / ...
2h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Banbridge42 mi
56 min
£85–110
Train, line 538 bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Lisburn0
2. Take the bus from Wallace Avenue to Kenlis Street538
2h 22m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballymena to Banbridge.

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Distance: 57.6 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Church Square via High Street and Belfast, Europa Buscentre in around 2h 15m.

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