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

The cheapest way to get from Donegal to Ballymena is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Donegal to Ballymena is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Donegal and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Donegal to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Donegal and arriving at George Street via Derry Londonderry Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Donegal to Ballymena?

The distance between Donegal and Ballymena is 113 miles. The road distance is 88.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Donegal to Ballymena without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 33m and costs £19 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Donegal to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Donegal to Ballymena bus from?

Donegal to Ballymena bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Donegal station.

Where does the Donegal to Ballymena bus arrive?

Donegal to Ballymena bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Ulsterbus Depot station.

Can I drive from Donegal to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Donegal to Ballymena is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Donegal to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 217+ hotels available in Ballymena.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Donegal 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 Donegal to Ulsterbus Depot64
2. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Ballymena2_Ly->Gc / ...
3h 33m
£19–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Ulsterbus Depot64
2. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentre234
3. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to George Street218
5h 15m
Drive 87.6 mi
1. Drive from Donegal to Ballymena87.6 mi
1h 55m
£22–31

Donegal to Ballymena by bus, foot, and train

54Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Donegal to Ballymena.

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Distance: 112.1 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Donegal to George Street via Derry Londonderry Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre in around 5h 15m.

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