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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Boyle is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Boyle is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Boyle?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Boyle. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Boyle via Queens Square, Grand Central Station Stand 11 and Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Boyle?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Boyle. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Boyle via Belfast Great Central and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Boyle?

The distance between Ballymena and Boyle is 289 km. The road distance is 195.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Boyle without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 42m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Ballymena to Boyle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Boyle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Boyle train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballymena to Boyle?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Boyle is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Ballymena to Boyle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Boyle train arrive?

Ballymena to Boyle train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Boyle?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Boyle is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Ballymena to Boyle.

Where can I stay near Boyle?

There are 128+ hotels available in Boyle.

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

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Derry-Londonderrytrain
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Sligo Bus Stationbus 64
3. Take the train from Sligo to Boyletrain Re / ...
6h 42m
€39–54
Drive 195.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Boylecar 195.7 km
2h 49m
€35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Boyletrain Re / ...
6h 57m
€40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Laganside Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Boylebus 23
7h 57m

Ballymena to Boyle by train, foot, and bus

41Weekly Services

6h 42mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballymena to Boyle.

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Distance: 288.9 km
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Ballymena, Mid and East Antrim, Northern Ireland and Boyle, IE-RN, Ireland?

You can take a train from Ballymena to Boyle via Belfast Great Central and Dublin Connolly in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Boyle via Laganside Bus Station, Queens Square, Grand Central Station Stand 11, Dublin Airport T2, and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 7h 57m.

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