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 45m.

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 45m 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 Bedford Street, Belfast Grand Central and Dundalk Clarke Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Carrickmacross?

The distance between Ballymena and Carrickmacross is 169 km. The road distance is 124.2 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 58m and costs €24 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m 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 58m and costs €24 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Ballymena to Carrickmacross bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Carrickmacross?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Carrickmacross is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Ballymena to Carrickmacross.

Where can I stay near Carrickmacross?

There are 95+ 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 2_Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dundalktrain 1_Gc->Dn
3h 58m
€24–35
Drive 124.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Carrickmacrosscar 124.2 km
1h 45m
€22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Streetbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalkbus 105 / ...
5h 2m

Ballymena to Carrickmacross by train and bus

81Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ballymena to Carrickmacross.

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Distance: 169.2 km
Duration: 3h 58m

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 Clarke Station in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Carrickmacross via High Street, Bedford Street, Grand Central Station Stand 21, Belfast Grand Central, Dundalk, and Dundalk Clarke Station in around 5h 2m.

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