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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Swords is to train and line 101 bus which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Swords is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Swords?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Swords. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Swords Castle via Ulster University Belfast, Grand Central Station Stand 11 and Dublin Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Swords?

The distance between Ballymena and Swords is 218 km. The road distance is 181.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Swords without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 4m and costs €30 - €160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Swords bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Swords bus arrive?

Ballymena to Swords bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ulster University Belfast station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Swords?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Swords is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Ballymena to Swords.

Where can I stay near Swords?

There are 682+ hotels available in Swords.

Ballymena to Swords - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 101 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Swords 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
4h 4m
€33–157
Train, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbridetrain
3. Take the bus from Drogheda MacBride Station to Seatownbus 101
4h 6m
€26–40
Drive 181.3 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Swordscar 181.3 km
2h 4m
€32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Ulster University Belfastbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
4h 20m

Ballymena to Swords by train and bus

94Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217.9 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Swords Castle via Ulster University Belfast, Donegall Square East, Grand Central Station Stand 11, Dublin Airport T2, and Dublin Airport Zone 15 in around 4h 20m.

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