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

The cheapest way to get from Mallow to Ballymena is to train which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallow to Ballymena is to drive which takes 4h 47m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Mallow and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallow to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Mallow and arriving at Ballymena Buscentre via Cork Alfred Street, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Mallow and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct train from Mallow to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Mallow and arriving at Ballymena via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Mallow to Ballymena?

The distance between Mallow and Ballymena is 293 miles. The road distance is 260.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallow to Ballymena without a car is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Mallow to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallow to Ballymena bus from?

Mallow to Ballymena bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Cork Alfred Street station.

Where do I catch the Mallow to Ballymena train from?

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

Train or bus from Mallow to Ballymena?

The best way to get from Mallow to Ballymena is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 21m.

Where does the Mallow to Ballymena bus arrive?

Mallow to Ballymena bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where does the Mallow to Ballymena train arrive?

Mallow to Ballymena train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Mallow to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallow to Ballymena is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Mallow to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 220+ hotels available in Ballymena.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mallow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
6h 33m
£39–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2bus
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Ballymena Buscentrebus 218 / ...
9h 21m
Drive 259.2 mi
1. Drive from Mallow to Ballymenacar 259.2 mi
4h 47m
£63–91
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Zone 10bus 707
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
9h 25m

Mallow to Ballymena by train, tram, and foot

102Weekly Services

6h 33mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Mallow to Ballymena.

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Distance: 291.3 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

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

You can take a train from Mallow to Ballymena via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Great Central in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mallow to Ballymena Buscentre via Cork Bus Station, Cork Alfred Street, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, and Bridge Street in around 9h 21m.

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