What is the cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand?

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand is to train which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand?

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Rosslare Strand?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Rosslare Strand via Grand Central Station Durham Street, Dublin Airport Zone 14 and Wexford O'Hanrahan Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Rosslare Strand?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Rosslare Strand via Belfast Grand Central and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand?

The distance between Ballymena and Rosslare Strand is 394 km. The road distance is 344.6 km.

How do I travel from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand without a car?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand without a car is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs €40 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand?

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Rosslare Strand bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Rosslare Strand train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Ballymena to Rosslare Strand bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Rosslare Strand train arrive?

Ballymena to Rosslare Strand train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Rosslare Strand is 345 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand.

Where can I stay near Rosslare Strand?

There are 194+ hotels available in Rosslare Strand.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Rosslare StrandIc / ...
7h 41m
€43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Street218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Dublin Airport Zone 14785
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 14 to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station740
7h 47m
Drive 344.6 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand344.6 km
3h 54m
€61–88
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
3. Take the bus from George's Quay to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station740
8h 28m

Ballymena to Rosslare Strand by train

28Weekly Trains

7h 41mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 394.2 km
Duration: 7h 41m

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

You can take a train from Ballymena to Rosslare Strand via Belfast Grand Central and Dublin Connolly in around 7h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Rosslare Strand via High Street, Grand Central Station Durham Street, Dublin Airport Zone 14, and Wexford O'Hanrahan Station in around 7h 47m.

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