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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Limerick is to train and bus via Dublin which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Limerick is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Limerick. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay via Europa Bus Centre and Burgh Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Limerick via Belfast Great Central, Connolly, Dublin Heuston and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Limerick?

The distance between Ballymena and Limerick is 432 km. The road distance is 335.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Limerick without a car is to train and bus via Dublin which takes 6h 49m and costs €40 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Ballymena to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Limerick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballymena to Limerick?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Limerick is to train which takes 7h 21m and costs €45 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Ballymena to Limerick bus arrive?

Ballymena to Limerick bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Ballymena to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Limerick is 336 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Ballymena to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 136+ hotels available in Limerick.

Ballymena to Limerick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ballymena to Limerick 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 via Dublin
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 300
6h 49m
€44–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 12 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 712
6h 49m
Drive 335.8 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Limerickcar 335.8 km
4h 34m
€59–84
Train
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 Limerick Junctiontrain 212 / ...
7h 21m
€45–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Streetbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 300
7h 31m

Ballymena to Limerick by train and bus

120Weekly Services

6h 49mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 431.7 km
Duration: 6h 49m

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

You can take a train from Ballymena to Limerick via Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Limerick Junction in around 7h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Limerick Arthur's Quay via High Street, Europa Bus Centre, The Gresham Hotel, and Burgh Quay in around 7h 31m.

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