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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Castlewellan is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Castlewellan is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Castlewellan?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Castlewellan. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Castlewellan Upper Square via Adelaide St. and Downpatrick Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Castlewellan?

The distance between Ballymena and Castlewellan is 65 miles. The road distance is 50.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Castlewellan without a car is to train and line 215 bus which takes 3h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Ballymena to Castlewellan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Castlewellan bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Castlewellan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Castlewellan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Castlewellan is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Ballymena to Castlewellan.

Where can I stay near Castlewellan?

There are 398+ hotels available in Castlewellan.

Ballymena to Castlewellan - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 215 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Ballymena to Castlewellan 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 215 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Lanyon Placetrain Rail
2. Take the bus from Adelaide St. to Downpatrick Bus Stationbus 215 / ...
3h 16m
Drive 49.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Castlewellancar 49.9 mi
1h 5m
£12–18
Train, line 240 bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Newrytrain
3. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Castlewellan Upper Squarebus 240
4h 27m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Castlewellantaxi 49.9 mi
1h 5m
£100–130
Bus, line 215 bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Streetbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Adelaide St. to Downpatrick Bus Stationbus 215 / ...
3h 37m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain Rail
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Newcastle Bus Stationbus 520 / ...
3h 58m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 64.8 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Castlewellan Upper Square via High Street, Adelaide St., and Downpatrick Bus Station in around 3h 37m.

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