What is the cheapest way to get from County Donegal to Ballymena?

The cheapest way to get from County Donegal to Ballymena is to drive and train which costs £18 - £29 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Donegal to Ballymena?

The fastest way to get from County Donegal to Ballymena is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £19 - £29.

How far is it from County Donegal to Ballymena?

The distance between County Donegal and Ballymena is 94 miles. The road distance is 81.2 miles.

How do I travel from County Donegal to Ballymena without a car?

The best way to get from County Donegal to Ballymena without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 3m and costs £45 - £70.

How long does it take to get from County Donegal to Ballymena?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from County Donegal to Ballymena, including transfers.

Can I drive from County Donegal to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between County Donegal to Ballymena is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from County Donegal to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 217+ hotels available in Ballymena.

County Donegal to Ballymena - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from County Donegal to Ballymena by car, train, or bus

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Drive, train
best
1. Drive from County Donegal to Derry-Londonderry
2. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Ballymena2_Ly->Gc / ...
2h 2m
£19–28
Drive 80.7 mi
1. Drive from County Donegal to Ballymena80.7 mi
1h 47m
£20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Ulsterbus Depot64
2. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Ballymena2_Ly->Gc / ...
3h 3m
£48–69

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from County Donegal to Ballymena.

Launch map view

Distance: 93.5 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

There is no direct connection from County Donegal to Ballymena. However, you can drive to Derry-Londonderry then take the train to Ballymena. Alternatively, you can drive from County Donegal to Ballymena in around 1h 47m.

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