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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Roscommon is to drive which costs €35 - €60 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Roscommon is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Roscommon?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Roscommon. However, there are services departing from The State and arriving at Roscommon via Magherafelt Buscentre, North Road and Cavan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Roscommon?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Roscommon. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Roscommon via Belfast Great Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Roscommon?

The distance between Ballymena and Roscommon is 395 km. The road distance is 220.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Roscommon without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs €40 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Ballymena to Roscommon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Roscommon bus from?

Ballymena to Roscommon bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Magherafelt Buscentre station.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Roscommon train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballymena to Roscommon?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Roscommon is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Ballymena to Roscommon bus arrive?

Ballymena to Roscommon bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Monaghan Bus Station.

Where does the Ballymena to Roscommon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Roscommon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Roscommon is 221 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Ballymena to Roscommon.

Where can I stay near Roscommon?

There are 50+ hotels available in Roscommon.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Roscommon 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 Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Roscommontrain Re
6h 38m
€40–58
Drive 220.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Roscommoncar 220.7 km
3h 9m
€39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 2 to Cavan Bus Stationbus 271
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Roscommonbus 65
6h 59m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Magherafelt Buscentre to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the bus from North Road to Cavan Bus Stationbus 176
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Roscommonbus 65
8h 23m

Ballymena to Roscommon by train and tram

23Weekly Services

6h 38mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballymena to Roscommon.

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Distance: 394.9 km
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a train from Ballymena to Roscommon via Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The State to Roscommon via Magherafelt Buscentre, Monaghan Bus Station, North Road, and Cavan Bus Station in around 8h 23m.

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