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 £40 - £65 and takes 6h 34m.

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 5h 13m 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 Bus & Rail Centre via Up G Griffin St, Limerick Arthurs Qy, Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

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 34m.

How far is it from Mallow to Ballymena?

The distance between Mallow and Ballymena is 293 miles. The road distance is 249.6 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 34m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m 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 Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Mallow 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 34m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Mallow to Ballymena bus arrive?

Mallow to Ballymena bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert 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 250 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Mallow to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 232+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Mallow to Ballymena - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Mallow to Ballymena by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Mallow to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
6h 34m
£43–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mallow to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Terminal 2 Zone 21bus 723
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
4. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
8h 54m
Drive 248.2 mi
1. Drive from Mallow to Ballymenacar 248.2 mi
5h 13m
£62–90
Fly from Cork Airport, train
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)plane ORK - BHD
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Ballymenatrain
8h 34m
£83–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mallow to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 712
3. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus
4. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 218 / ...
9h 20m
Bus to Shannon Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Mallow to Shannon Airportbus
2. Fly from Shannon Airport (SNN) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)plane SNN - BHD
3. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Ballymenatrain
9h 18m
£90–224

Mallow to Ballymena by train, tram, and foot

103Weekly Services

6h 34mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Mallow to Ballymena.

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Distance: 291.3 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mallow to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre via Limerick Colbert, Up G Griffin St, Sarsfield St, Limerick Arthurs Qy, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, and Bridge Street in around 9h 20m.

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