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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Clane is to train and line 120 bus which costs €28 - €40 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Clane is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Clane?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Clane. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Clane via Europa Bus Centre and Wellington Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Clane?

The distance between Ballymena and Clane is 269 km. The road distance is 207.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Clane without a car is to train and line 120 bus which takes 5h 5m and costs €28 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Ballymena to Clane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Clane bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Clane bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Clane?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Clane is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Ballymena to Clane.

Where can I stay near Clane?

There are 206+ hotels available in Clane.

Ballymena to Clane - 4 ways to travel via train, line 120 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 120 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Clanebus 120
5h 5m
€28–39
Train, bus, line 120 bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 12 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
3. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Clanebus 120
5h 39m
Drive 207.4 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Clanecar 207.4 km
2h 39m
€37–53
Bus, line 120 bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Streetbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Wellington Quay to Clanebus 120
5h 48m

Ballymena to Clane by train, foot, and bus

119Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ballymena to Clane.

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Distance: 268.8 km
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Clane via High Street, Europa Bus Centre, The Gresham Hotel, and Wellington Quay in around 5h 48m.

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