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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Knock is to train and bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Knock is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Knock?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Knock. However, there are services departing from The State and arriving at Knock via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Knock?

The distance between Ballymena and Knock is 315 km. The road distance is 247.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Knock without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 33m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Ballymena to Knock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Knock bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Knock bus arrive?

Ballymena to Knock bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Coleraine Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Knock?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Knock is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Ballymena to Knock.

Where can I stay near Knock?

There are 67+ hotels available in Knock.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Knock 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 Derry-Londonderrytrain 1_Gc->Ly
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Knockbus 64
6h 33m
€39–54
Drive 247.9 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Knockcar 247.9 km
3h 23m
€44–63
Train, bus via Ballybofey
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Derry-Londonderrytrain
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Ballybofeybus 64
3. Take the bus from Ballybofey to Knockbus 964
7h 10m
Bus
1. Take the bus from The State to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Derry Londonderry Bus Stationbus 234
3. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Knockbus 64
7h 58m

Ballymena to Knock by train, foot, and bus

34Weekly Services

6h 33mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 315.4 km
Duration: 6h 33m

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

You can take a bus from The State to Knock via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot in around 7h 58m.

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