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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Tipperary is to train which costs €40 - €75 and takes 7h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Tipperary is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Tipperary?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Tipperary. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Tipperary via Europa Bus Centre, Burgh Quay and Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Tipperary?

The distance between Ballymena and Tipperary is 413 km. The road distance is 362.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Tipperary without a car is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs €40 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Ballymena to Tipperary, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Tipperary bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ballymena to Tipperary?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Tipperary is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs €40 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Ballymena to Tipperary bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Tipperary?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Tipperary is 362 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Ballymena to Tipperary.

Where can I stay near Tipperary?

There are 91+ hotels available in Tipperary.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Tipperary 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 Limerick Junctiontrain 212 / ...
7h 23m
€44–73
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Streetbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 300
9h 23m
Drive 362.4 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Tipperarycar 362.4 km
4h 18m
€64–92
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Laganside Buscentrebus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Clonmel Showgroundsbus 717
10h 8m

Ballymena to Tipperary by train, tram, foot, and bus

81Weekly Services

7h 23mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 413.1 km
Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a train from Ballymena to Tipperary via Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Limerick Junction, and Limerick Junction in around 7h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Tipperary via High Street, Europa Bus Centre, The Gresham Hotel, Burgh Quay, Limerick Arthur's Quay, and Limerick Colbert Station in around 9h 23m.

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