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

The cheapest way to get from Cookstown to Ballymena is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cookstown to Ballymena is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Cookstown and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Cookstown to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Cookstown and arriving at The State via Magherafelt Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Cookstown to Ballymena?

The distance between Cookstown and Ballymena is 41 miles. The road distance is 28.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cookstown to Ballymena without a car is to bus which takes 1h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Cookstown to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cookstown to Ballymena bus from?

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

Where does the Cookstown to Ballymena bus arrive?

Cookstown to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Magherafelt Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Cookstown to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Cookstown to Ballymena is 28 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Cookstown to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 220+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Cookstown to Ballymena - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and line 110 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cookstown to Ballymena by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Antrim Depot210a / ...
1h 36m
Drive 28.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cookstown to Ballymena28.2 mi
39 min
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cookstown to Ballymena28.2 mi
39 min
£60–75
Line 110 bus, line 127 bus
1. Take the bus from Cookstown to Magherafelt Buscentre110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Magherafelt Buscentre to The State127
2h 25m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 40.3 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

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

Translink operates a bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Antrim Depot twice a week, and the journey takes 1h.

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