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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Carrickmacross is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Carrickmacross is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Carrickmacross?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Carrickmacross. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Carrickmacross via Ulster University Belfast, Belfast Grand Central and Dundalk Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Ballymena to Carrickmacross?

The distance between Ballymena and Carrickmacross is 169 km. The road distance is 123.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Carrickmacross without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Ballymena to Carrickmacross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Carrickmacross bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ballymena to Carrickmacross?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Carrickmacross is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h.

Where does the Ballymena to Carrickmacross bus arrive?

Ballymena to Carrickmacross bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ulster University Belfast station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Carrickmacross?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Carrickmacross is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Ballymena to Carrickmacross.

Where can I stay near Carrickmacross?

There are 92+ hotels available in Carrickmacross.

Ballymena to Carrickmacross - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ballymena to Carrickmacross 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
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dundalktrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly / ...
3h 57m
€23–34
Drive 123.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Carrickmacrosscar 123.3 km
1h 43m
€22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Ulster University Belfastbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalkbus 105 / ...
5h

Ballymena to Carrickmacross by train and bus

81Weekly Services

3h 57mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ballymena to Carrickmacross.

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Distance: 169.1 km
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a train from Ballymena to Carrickmacross via Belfast Great Central, Dundalk, and Dundalk Stn in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Carrickmacross via Ulster University Belfast, Donegall Square East, Belfast Grand Central, Dundalk, and Dundalk Stn in around 5h.

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