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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Raphoe is to drive which costs €17 - €26 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Raphoe is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Raphoe?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Raphoe. However, there are services departing from The State and arriving at Raphoe via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Raphoe?

The distance between Ballymena and Raphoe is 125 km. The road distance is 102.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Raphoe without a car is to train and line 480 bus which takes 3h 8m and costs €18 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Ballymena to Raphoe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Raphoe bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Raphoe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Raphoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Raphoe is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Ballymena to Raphoe.

Where can I stay near Raphoe?

There are 264+ hotels available in Raphoe.

Ballymena to Raphoe - 3 ways to travel via train, line 480 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ballymena to Raphoe 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, line 480 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Derry-Londonderrytrain 1_Gc->Ly
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Raphoebus 480
3h 8m
€19–27
Drive 102.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Raphoecar 102.1 km
1h 26m
€18–26
Bus, line 480 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 Raphoebus 480
4h 33m

Ballymena to Raphoe by train, foot, and bus

18Weekly Services

3h 8mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 125 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a bus from The State to Raphoe via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot in around 4h 33m.

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