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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Cavan is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Cavan is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Cavan?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Cavan station. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Cavan Bus Station via Grand Central Station Stand 21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Cavan?

The distance between Ballymena and Cavan is 195 km. The road distance is 143 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Cavan without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Ballymena to Cavan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Cavan bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Cavan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Cavan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Cavan is 143 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Ballymena to Cavan.

Where can I stay near Cavan?

There are 102+ hotels available in Cavan.

Ballymena to Cavan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ballymena to Cavan 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 Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Cavan Bus Station271
4h 30m
Drive 143 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Cavan143 km
2h 4m
€25–37
Train, bus via Dundalk
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to DundalkIc / ...
3. Take the bus from Dundalk Clarke Station to Cavan Bus Station170
5h 22m
€32–46
Train, bus via Belfast
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Great Victoria Street2 Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Cavan Bus Station271
4h 30m
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Street218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Cavan Bus Station271
4h 55m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 195 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Cavan Bus Station via High Street and Grand Central Station Stand 21 in around 4h 55m.

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