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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Ballymena is to train which costs £21 - £35 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Ballymena is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Ballymena station. However, there are services departing from The Gresham Hotel and arriving at Ballymena Bus Station via Bridge Street 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct train from Dublin to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Ballymena via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Dublin to Ballymena?

The distance between Dublin and Ballymena is 149 miles. The road distance is 122.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Ballymena without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Dublin to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Ballymena bus from?

Dublin to Ballymena bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from The Gresham Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Ballymena train from?

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

Train or bus from Dublin to Ballymena?

The best way to get from Dublin to Ballymena is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Dublin to Ballymena bus arrive?

Dublin to Ballymena bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Where does the Dublin to Ballymena train arrive?

Dublin to Ballymena train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Dublin to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Ballymena is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Dublin to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 217+ hotels available in Ballymena.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Dublin 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 Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centralbus 130 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain 1_Gc->Ly / ...
3h 37m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain 1_Dn->Gc
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain 1_Gc->Ly / ...
3h 37m
£22–31
Drive 122.2 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Ballymenacar 122.2 mi
2h 17m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
4h 17m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dublin to Ballymena.

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Distance: 148.2 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Dublin Connolly to Ballymena via Belfast Great Central in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Gresham Hotel to Ballymena Bus Station via Europa Bus Centre and Bridge Street 2 in around 4h 17m.

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