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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Trim is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Trim is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Trim?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Trim. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Trim Ring Road via Grand Central Station Durham Street and Dublin Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Trim?

The distance between Ballymena and Trim is 230 km. The road distance is 180.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Trim without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 15m and costs €30 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Ballymena to Trim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Trim bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Trim bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Trim?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Trim is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Ballymena to Trim.

Where can I stay near Trim?

There are 120+ hotels available in Trim.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Trim 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 Grand Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to DroghedaIc / ...
3. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Trim Centre190
5h 15m
€34–51
Drive 180.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Trim180.2 km
2h 18m
€32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Street218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Burgh Quay785
3. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Trim Ring Road111
5h 43m
Train, bus via Belfast
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Great Victoria Street
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Drogheda
3. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Trim Centre190
5h 24m
€34–51

Ballymena to Trim by train and bus

118Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.5 km
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Trim Ring Road via High Street, Grand Central Station Durham Street, Burgh Quay, and Dublin Busáras in around 5h 43m.

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