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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Islandmagee is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Islandmagee is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Islandmagee?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Islandmagee. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Ballycarry via Yorkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Islandmagee?

The distance between Ballymena and Islandmagee is 30 miles. The road distance is 26.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Islandmagee without a car is to line 130 bus which takes 1h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Ballymena to Islandmagee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Islandmagee train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballymena to Islandmagee?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Islandmagee is to line 130 bus which takes 1h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Ballymena to Islandmagee train arrive?

Ballymena to Islandmagee train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Yorkgate station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Islandmagee?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Islandmagee is 26 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Ballymena to Islandmagee.

Where can I stay near Islandmagee?

There are 233+ hotels available in Islandmagee.

Ballymena to Islandmagee - 5 ways to travel via train, line 130 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ballymena to Islandmagee by bus, train, 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 130 bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Circular Roadbus 130
1h 40m
Drive 26.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Islandmageecar 26.3 mi
33 min
£7–10
Train
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Yorkgatetrain 2_Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Yorkgate to Ballycarrytrain 1_Gc->Ln / ...
1h 55m
£14–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Islandmageetaxi 26.3 mi
33 min
£55–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from George Street to Nelson Street Bus Lanebus 218 / ...
2. Take the train from Yorkgate to Ballycarrytrain 1_Gc->Ln / ...
2h 18m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballymena to Islandmagee.

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Distance: 29.9 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

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

Translink operates a bus from George Street to Circular Road 3 times a day, and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ballymena to Ballycarry via Yorkgate in around 1h 55m.

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