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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Dundalk is to train which costs €19 - €27 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Dundalk is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Dundalk via Queens Square and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Dundalk via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Dundalk?

The distance between Ballymena and Dundalk is 147 km. The road distance is 112.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €19 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Ballymena to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Dundalk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Dundalk train from?

Ballymena to Dundalk train services, operated by Translink, depart from Ballymena station.

Train or bus from Ballymena to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Dundalk is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €19 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Ballymena to Dundalk bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Dundalk train arrive?

Ballymena to Dundalk train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Dundalk is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Ballymena to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 247+ hotels available in Dundalk.

Ballymena to Dundalk - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ballymena to Dundalk 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 Centraltrain Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dundalktrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2h 32m
€19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Laganside Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalkbus 105 / ...
3h 47m
Drive 112.3 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Dundalkcar 112.3 km
1h 26m
€20–28

Ballymena to Dundalk by train

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2h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.7 km
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a train from Ballymena to Dundalk via Belfast Great Central in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Dundalk via Laganside Bus Station, Queens Square, Grand Central Station Stand 10, and Belfast Grand Central in around 3h 47m.

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