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

The cheapest way to get from Cavan to Ballymena is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cavan to Ballymena is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cavan and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Cavan station to Ballymena station. However, there are services departing from Cavan Bus Station and arriving at Ballymena Bus Station via Bridge Street 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Cavan to Ballymena?

The distance between Cavan and Ballymena is 125 miles. The road distance is 89.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cavan to Ballymena without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 9m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Cavan to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cavan to Ballymena bus from?

Cavan to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cavan Bus Station.

Where does the Cavan to Ballymena bus arrive?

Cavan to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Station Stand 21.

Can I drive from Cavan to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Cavan to Ballymena is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Cavan to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 219+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Cavan to Ballymena - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cavan to Ballymena by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21270
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymena0
4h 9m
Drive 88.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cavan to Ballymena88.8 mi
2h 4m
£23–33
Bus, train via Dundalk
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dundalk Station170
2. Take the train from Dundalk to Great Victoria Street
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Ballymena
5h 7m
£27–40
Bus, train via Craigavon
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Portadown station270
2. Take the train from Portadown to Great Victoria Street
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Ballymena
4h 27m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21270
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena Bus Station218 / ...
4h 31m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 123.9 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Cavan Bus Station to Ballymena Bus Station via Grand Central Station Stand 21 and Bridge Street 2 in around 4h 31m.

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