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

The cheapest way to get from Newtownards to Ballymena is to drive which costs £9 - £13 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtownards to Ballymena is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Newtownards and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtownards to Ballymena station. However, there are services departing from Gibson's Lane and arriving at Ballymena Bus Station via Laganside Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Newtownards to Ballymena?

The distance between Newtownards and Ballymena is 42 miles. The road distance is 36.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtownards to Ballymena without a car is to line 5 bus and train which takes 1h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Newtownards to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtownards to Ballymena bus from?

Newtownards to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Gibson's Lane station.

Where does the Newtownards to Ballymena bus arrive?

Newtownards to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Bus Station.

Can I drive from Newtownards to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtownards to Ballymena is 37 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Newtownards to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 219+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Newtownards to Ballymena - 4 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Newtownards 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 5 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Lanyon Place Station [glider]5 / ...
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Ballymena1 Gc->Ly / ...
1h 32m
Drive 36.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newtownards to Ballymena36.7 mi
45 min
£9–13
Line 5 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Laganside Bus Station5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Ballymena Bus Station218 / ...
2h 14m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newtownards to Ballymena36.7 mi
45 min
£75–95

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Newtownards to Ballymena.

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Distance: 41.3 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Gibson's Lane to Ballymena Bus Station via Laganside Bus Station in around 2h 14m.

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