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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Donaghadee is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Donaghadee is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Donaghadee?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Donaghadee. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at The Parade via Laganside Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Donaghadee?

The distance between Ballymena and Donaghadee is 49 miles. The road distance is 44 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Donaghadee without a car is to train and line 7 bus which takes 2h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Ballymena to Donaghadee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Donaghadee bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Donaghadee bus arrive?

Ballymena to Donaghadee bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Donaghadee?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Donaghadee is 44 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Ballymena to Donaghadee.

Where can I stay near Donaghadee?

There are 229+ hotels available in Donaghadee.

Ballymena to Donaghadee - 5 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ballymena to Donaghadee 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 7 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Lanyon Placetrain Rail
2. Take the bus from Lanyon Place [bus stop] to The Paradebus 507 / ...
2h 36m
Drive 43.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Donaghadeecar 43.8 mi
57 min
£11–15
Train, line 3 bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Lanyon Placetrain
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Bangortrain
3. Take the bus from Bangor Buscentre to The Paradebus 3 / ...
2h 41m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Donaghadeetaxi 43.8 mi
57 min
£90–110
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Laganside Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to The Paradebus 507 / ...
2h 59m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballymena to Donaghadee.

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Distance: 49.2 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to The Parade via Laganside Bus Station in around 2h 59m.

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