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

The cheapest way to get from Coleraine to Ballymena is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Coleraine to Ballymena is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Coleraine and Ballymena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coleraine Buscentre and arriving at George Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Coleraine and Ballymena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Coleraine and arriving at Ballymena. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Coleraine to Ballymena?

The distance between Coleraine and Ballymena is 28 miles. The road distance is 26.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coleraine to Ballymena without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £12.

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

The train from Coleraine to Ballymena takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Coleraine to Ballymena bus from?

Coleraine to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where do I catch the Coleraine to Ballymena train from?

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

Train or bus from Coleraine to Ballymena?

The best way to get from Coleraine to Ballymena is to train which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 45 min.

Where does the Coleraine to Ballymena bus arrive?

Coleraine to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at George Street station.

Where does the Coleraine to Ballymena train arrive?

Coleraine to Ballymena train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ballymena station.

Can I drive from Coleraine to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Coleraine to Ballymena is 27 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Coleraine to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 214+ hotels available in Ballymena.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Coleraine to Ballymena by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Coleraine to Ballymenatrain 2_Ly->Gc / ...
37 min
£8–12
Drive 26.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Coleraine to Ballymenacar 26.5 mi
31 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to George Streetbus 218 / ...
45 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Coleraine to Ballymenataxi 26.5 mi
31 min
£55–70

Coleraine to Ballymena by train

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Distance: 28 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Translink operates a train from Coleraine to Ballymena hourly. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Coleraine Buscentre to George Street hourly, and the journey takes 45 min.

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