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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Magheralin is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Magheralin is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Magheralin?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Magheralin. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Magheralin Village via Queens Square and Grand Central Station Stand 14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Magheralin?

The distance between Ballymena and Magheralin is 52 miles. The road distance is 32.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Magheralin without a car is to train and line 551 bus which takes 2h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Ballymena to Magheralin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Magheralin bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Magheralin bus arrive?

Ballymena to Magheralin bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Magheralin?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Magheralin is 33 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Ballymena to Magheralin.

Where can I stay near Magheralin?

There are 196+ hotels available in Magheralin.

Ballymena to Magheralin - 4 ways to travel via train, line 551 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Magheralin by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 551 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain Rail
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Magheralin Villagebus 250 / ...
2h 56m
Drive 32.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Magheralincar 32.4 mi
40 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Magheralintaxi 32.4 mi
40 min
£65–85
Bus, line 551 bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Laganside Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Magheralin Villagebus 250 / ...
3h 41m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 51.6 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Magheralin Village via Laganside Bus Station, Queens Square, and Grand Central Station Stand 14 in around 3h 41m.

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