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 58 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 58 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Banbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Banbridge station. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Banbridge Bus Station via Antrim Depot and Lisburn Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Banbridge?

The distance between Ballymena and Banbridge is 70 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 62 bus which takes 3h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m 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 Antrim Depot station.

Where does the Ballymena to Banbridge bus arrive?

Ballymena to Banbridge bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Lisburn Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Banbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Banbridge is 42 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Ballymena to Banbridge.

Where can I stay near Banbridge?

There are 273+ hotels available in Banbridge.

Ballymena to Banbridge - 5 ways to travel via train, line 62 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 62 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 Castle Street to Banbridge Academybus 62
3h 6m
Drive 42 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Banbridgecar 42 mi
58 min
£11–15
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 25 to Banbridge Bus Stationbus 538
3h 10m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Banbridgetaxi 42 mi
58 min
£85–110
Bus, line 538 bus
1. Take the bus from Antrim Depot to Lisburn Bus Stationbus 109a
2. Take the bus from Lisburn Bus Station to Banbridge Bus Stationbus 538
4h 10m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballymena to Banbridge.

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Distance: 69.6 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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 Banbridge Bus Station via Antrim Depot and Lisburn Bus Station in around 4h 10m.

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