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

The cheapest way to get from County Meath to Ballymena is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from County Meath to Ballymena is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between County Meath and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from County Meath to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Navan R147 and arriving at Ballymena Buscentre via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 and Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from County Meath to Ballymena?

The distance between County Meath and Ballymena is 132 miles. The road distance is 100.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from County Meath to Ballymena without a car is to line 190 bus and train which takes 4h 17m and costs £25 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from County Meath to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Meath to Ballymena bus from?

County Meath to Ballymena bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Navan R147 station.

Where does the County Meath to Ballymena bus arrive?

County Meath to Ballymena bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from County Meath to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between County Meath to Ballymena is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from County Meath to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 220+ hotels available in Ballymena.

County Meath to Ballymena - 4 ways to travel via train, line 190 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from County Meath 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.

Line 190 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Blackcastle Demesne to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 190
2. Take the train from Drogheda Macbride to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
4h 17m
£26–39
Drive 100.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from County Meath to Ballymenacar 100.1 mi
1h 59m
£24–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Navan R147 to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
5h 26m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Navan R147 to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 to Europa Bus Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Ballymena Buscentrebus 218 / ...
5h 50m

County Meath to Ballymena by bus and train

125Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from County Meath to Ballymena.

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Distance: 131.4 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Navan R147 to Ballymena Buscentre via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20, Europa Bus Centre, and Bridge Street in around 5h 50m.

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