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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Belfast is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Belfast is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Belfast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Street and arriving at High Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Belfast?

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

How far is it from Ballymena to Belfast?

The distance between Ballymena and Belfast is 32 miles. The road distance is 27.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £12.

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

The train from Ballymena to Lanyon Place takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Belfast bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Belfast train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballymena to Belfast?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Belfast is to train which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 59 min.

Where does the Ballymena to Belfast bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Belfast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Belfast is 28 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Ballymena to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1239+ hotels available in Belfast.

Ballymena to Belfast - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Belfast by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Ballymena to Belfast by train

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Distance: 31.8 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Translink operates a train from Ballymena to Lanyon Place hourly. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from George Street to High Street hourly, and the journey takes 59 min.

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