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

The cheapest way to get from Monaghan to Ballymena is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monaghan to Ballymena is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Monaghan and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Monaghan station to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Monaghan Bus Station and arriving at Ballymena Court House via Magherafelt Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Monaghan to Ballymena?

The distance between Monaghan and Ballymena is 92 miles. The road distance is 61.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monaghan to Ballymena without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Monaghan to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monaghan to Ballymena bus from?

Monaghan to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Monaghan Bus Station.

Where does the Monaghan to Ballymena bus arrive?

Monaghan to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Magherafelt Bus Station.

Can I drive from Monaghan to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Monaghan to Ballymena is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Monaghan to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 220+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Monaghan to Ballymena - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 127 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Monaghan 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 Monaghan Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 14bus 271 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain Rail
3h 4m
Drive 60.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monaghan to Ballymenacar 60.8 mi
1h 26m
£15–22
Bus, train via Craigavon
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Portadown Train Station [bus stop]bus 271 / ...
2. Take the train from Portadown to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
3h 6m
Bus, line 127 bus
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Magherafelt Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the bus from Magherafelt Bus Station to Ballymena Court Housebus 127
3h 32m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Ulster University Belfastbus 270u
2. Take the bus from Ulster University Belfast to Ballymena Court Housebus 218 / ...
3h 47m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Monaghan to Ballymena.

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Distance: 91.1 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Ballymena Court House via Magherafelt Bus Station in around 3h 32m.

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