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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Downpatrick is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Downpatrick is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Downpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Downpatrick. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Church Street via Adelaide Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Downpatrick?

The distance between Ballymena and Downpatrick is 54 miles. The road distance is 48.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Downpatrick without a car is to train and line 215 bus which takes 1h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Ballymena to Downpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Downpatrick bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Downpatrick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Downpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Downpatrick is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Ballymena to Downpatrick.

Where can I stay near Downpatrick?

There are 333+ hotels available in Downpatrick.

Ballymena to Downpatrick - 5 ways to travel via train, line 215 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ballymena to Downpatrick 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 2_Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the bus from Adelaide Street to Church Streetbus 215 / ...
1h 44m
Drive 48.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Downpatrickcar 48.6 mi
1h 2m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Downpatricktaxi 48.6 mi
1h 2m
£100–130
Bus, line 215 bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Streetbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Adelaide Street to Church Streetbus 215 / ...
2h 5m
Train, line 515 bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain 2_Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Pillar Well Lanebus 515 / ...
2h 22m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballymena to Downpatrick.

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Distance: 53.6 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Church Street via High Street and Adelaide Street in around 2h 5m.

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