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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Killarney is to train which costs €50 - €75 and takes 8h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Killarney is to drive which takes 5h 50m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Killarney?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Killarney. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Killarney via Belfast Great Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Killarney?

The distance between Ballymena and Killarney is 533 km. The road distance is 442.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Killarney without a car is to train which takes 8h 3m and costs €50 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Ballymena to Killarney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Killarney bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Killarney train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Ballymena to Killarney?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Killarney is to train which takes 8h 3m and costs €50 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €220 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Ballymena to Killarney bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Killarney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Killarney?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Killarney is 442 km. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Ballymena to Killarney.

Where can I stay near Killarney?

There are 515+ hotels available in Killarney.

Ballymena to Killarney - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Killarney?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Killarney. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Killarney Mission Road via Ulster University Belfast, Grand Central Station Stand 11 and Dublin Airport Zone 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

There are 8 ways to get from Ballymena to Killarney by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Killarneytrain Ic
8h 3m
€51–73
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 12 to Killarney Mission Roadbus 722
8h 55m
Drive 442.4 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Killarneycar 442.4 km
5h 50m
€78–113
Train, bus to Dublin Airport, fly to Kerry Airport
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus
3. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kerry Airport (KIR)plane DUB - KIR
6h 47m
€57–224
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quaybus 785
3. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Killarney Mission Roadbus 300
9h 28m
€53–199
Fly Belfast International Airport to Kerry Airport
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Kerry Airport (KIR)plane BFS - KIR
8h 31m
€67–214
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Cork Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Lanyon Placetrain
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane BHD - ORK
3. Take the train from Cork to Killarneytrain
10h 9m
€96–276
Fly Belfast International Airport to Cork Airport, train
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane BFS - ORK
2. Take the train from Cork to Killarneytrain
9h 35m
€76–228

Ballymena to Killarney by train and tram

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8h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 533.3 km
Duration: 8h 3m

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

You can take a train from Ballymena to Killarney via Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 8h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Killarney Mission Road via Ulster University Belfast, Donegall Square East, Grand Central Station Stand 11, Dublin Airport T2, and Dublin Airport Zone 12 in around 8h 55m.

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