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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Draperstown is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Draperstown is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Draperstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Draperstown. However, there are services departing from The State and arriving at Draperstown via Magherafelt Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Draperstown?

The distance between Ballymena and Draperstown is 32 miles. The road distance is 24.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Draperstown without a car is to line 127 bus and line 112 bus which takes 2h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Ballymena to Draperstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Draperstown bus from?

Ballymena to Draperstown bus services, operated by Translink, depart from The State station.

Where does the Ballymena to Draperstown bus arrive?

Ballymena to Draperstown bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Magherafelt Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Draperstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Draperstown is 25 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Ballymena to Draperstown.

Where can I stay near Draperstown?

There are 157+ hotels available in Draperstown.

Ballymena to Draperstown - 3 ways to travel via line 127 bus, and line 112 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Ballymena to Draperstown by 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.

Line 127 bus, line 112 bus
best
1. Take the bus from The State to Magherafelt Buscentre127
2. Take the bus from Magherafelt Buscentre to Draperstown112 / ...
2h 23m
Drive 24.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Draperstown24.8 mi
40 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Draperstown24.8 mi
40 min
£50–65

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballymena to Draperstown.

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Distance: 31.8 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a bus from The State to Draperstown via Magherafelt Buscentre in around 2h 23m.

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