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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Maynooth is to train which costs €28 - €45 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Maynooth is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Maynooth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Maynooth. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Maynooth via Europa Bus Centre and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Maynooth?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Maynooth. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Maynooth via Belfast Great Central and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Maynooth?

The distance between Ballymena and Maynooth is 259 km. The road distance is 194.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Maynooth without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Ballymena to Maynooth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Maynooth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Maynooth train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballymena to Maynooth?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Maynooth is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via The Gresham Hotel, which costs and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Ballymena to Maynooth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Maynooth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Maynooth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Maynooth is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Ballymena to Maynooth.

Where can I stay near Maynooth?

There are 901+ hotels available in Maynooth.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Maynooth 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
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Central2_Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connolly1_Gc->Dn
4h 34m
€28–41
Bus via The Gresham Hotel
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Street218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel
3. Take the bus from Tara Street to MaynoothX25 / ...
5h 41m
Drive 194.2 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Maynooth194.2 km
2h 26m
€34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Laganside Buscentre218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
6h 14m

Ballymena to Maynooth by train

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Ballymena to Maynooth.

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Distance: 258.8 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Ballymena to Maynooth via Belfast Great Central and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Maynooth via High Street, Europa Bus Centre, The Gresham Hotel, and Tara Street in around 5h 41m.

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