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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Maghera is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Maghera is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Maghera?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Maghera. However, there are services departing from The State and arriving at Maghera Cinema via Magherafelt Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Maghera?

The distance between Ballymena and Maghera is 31 miles. The road distance is 18.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Maghera without a car is to line 127 bus and bus which takes 2h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Ballymena to Maghera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Maghera bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Maghera bus arrive?

Ballymena to Maghera bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Magherafelt Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Maghera?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Maghera is 19 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Ballymena to Maghera.

Where can I stay near Maghera?

There are 163+ hotels available in Maghera.

Ballymena to Maghera - 3 ways to travel via line 127 bus, bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ballymena to Maghera by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 127 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from The State to Magherafelt Buscentrebus 127
2. Take the bus from Magherafelt Buscentre to Maghera Cinemabus 116b / ...
2h 18m
Drive 18.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Magheracar 18.6 mi
29 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Magherataxi 18.6 mi
29 min
£40–50

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballymena to Maghera.

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Distance: 30.6 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a bus from The State to Maghera Cinema via Magherafelt Buscentre in around 2h 18m.

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