What is the cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick?

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick?

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs €50 - €75.

How far is it from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick?

The distance between Ballymena and Croagh Patrick is 512 km. The road distance is 295.4 km.

How do I travel from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick without a car?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick without a car is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs €70 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick?

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick, including transfers.

Train or bus from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs €70 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 42m.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Croagh Patrick is 295 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick.

Where can I stay near Croagh Patrick?

There are 197+ hotels available in Croagh Patrick.

Ballymena to Croagh Patrick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick 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 Central
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connolly
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to WestportRe
8h 30m
€70–100
Drive 295.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick295.4 km
4h 11m
€52–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Derry-Londonderry
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Kilkelly N1764
3. Take the bus from Kilkelly to Westport440
9h 7m
€68–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Street218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel
3. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Castlebar721
10h 42m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick.

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Distance: 512 km
Duration: 8h 30m

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

You can take a train from Ballymena to Croagh Patrick via Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Westport in around 8h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Croagh Patrick via High Street, Europa Bus Centre, The Gresham Hotel, Crampton Quay, Castlebar, and Westport in around 10h 42m.

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