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

The cheapest way to get from Larne to Ballymena is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Larne to Ballymena is to drive which takes 25 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Larne and Ballymena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Circular Road Credit Union and arriving at George Street. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Larne and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct train from Larne to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Larne Town and arriving at Ballymena via Yorkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Larne to Ballymena?

The distance between Larne and Ballymena is 23 miles. The road distance is 21.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Larne to Ballymena without a car is to line 130 bus which takes 45 min and costs .

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

The line 130 bus from Circular Road Credit Union to George Street takes 45 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Larne to Ballymena bus from?

Larne to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Circular Road Credit Union station.

Where do I catch the Larne to Ballymena train from?

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

Train or bus from Larne to Ballymena?

The best way to get from Larne to Ballymena is to line 130 bus which takes 45 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £23 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Larne to Ballymena bus arrive?

Larne to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at George Street station.

Where does the Larne to Ballymena train arrive?

Larne to Ballymena train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Yorkgate station.

Can I drive from Larne to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Larne to Ballymena is 21 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Larne to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 218+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Larne to Ballymena - 4 ways to travel via train, line 130 bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Larne to Ballymena by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 130 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Circular Road Credit Union to George Streetbus 130
45 min
Drive 20.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Larne to Ballymenacar 20.9 mi
25 min
£6–8
Train
1. Take the train from Larne Town to Yorkgatetrain Larne Harbour - Belfast Great Central / ...
2. Take the train from Yorkgate to Ballymenatrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry / ...
2h 2m
£16–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Larne to Ballymenataxi 20.9 mi
25 min
£45–55

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 23.1 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Translink operates a bus from Circular Road Credit Union to George Street 3 times a day, and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Larne Town to Ballymena via Yorkgate in around 2h 2m.

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