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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Kells is to train and bus which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Kells is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Kells?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Kells. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Kells via Ulster University Belfast, Grand Central Station Stand 11 and Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Kells?

The distance between Ballymena and Kells is 201 km. The road distance is 162.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Kells without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 42m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Ballymena to Kells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Kells bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Kells bus arrive?

Ballymena to Kells bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ulster University Belfast station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Kells?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Kells is 163 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Ballymena to Kells.

Where can I stay near Kells?

There are 123+ hotels available in Kells.

Ballymena to Kells - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Kells 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dundalktrain
3. Take the bus from Saint Malachy's Villas to Eureka Schoolbus 167
4h 42m
€26–38
Train, bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Kellsbus
5h 41m
€38–166
Drive 162.5 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Kellscar 162.5 km
2h 5m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Ulster University Belfastbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Kellsbus
5h 58m

Ballymena to Kells by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.8 km
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Ballymena, Mid and East Antrim, Northern Ireland and Kells, IE-MH, Ireland?

You can take a bus from George Street to Kells via Ulster University Belfast, Donegall Square East, Grand Central Station Stand 11, Dublin Airport T2, and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 5h 58m.

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