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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Ballymena is to train which costs £15 - £23 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Ballymena is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Ballymena Buscentre via Grand Central Station Stand 10 and Laganside Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Ballymena via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Ballymena?

The distance between Dundalk and Ballymena is 92 miles. The road distance is 69.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Ballymena without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £15 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Dundalk to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Ballymena bus from?

Dundalk to Ballymena bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dundalk station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Ballymena train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundalk to Ballymena?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Ballymena is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £15 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Dundalk to Ballymena bus arrive?

Dundalk to Ballymena bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Where does the Dundalk to Ballymena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundalk to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Ballymena is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Dundalk to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 216+ hotels available in Ballymena.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Great Centraltrain Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry / ...
2h 36m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Centralbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Ballymena Buscentrebus 218 / ...
3h 19m
Drive 69.5 mi
1. Drive from Dundalk to Ballymenacar 69.5 mi
1h 26m
£17–25

Dundalk to Ballymena by train

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2h 36mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Dundalk to Ballymena.

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Distance: 91.2 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Dundalk to Ballymena via Belfast Great Central in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundalk to Ballymena Buscentre via Belfast Grand Central, Grand Central Station Stand 10, Queens Square, and Laganside Bus Station in around 3h 19m.

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