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

The cheapest way to get from Portadown to Ballymena is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portadown to Ballymena is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Portadown and Ballymena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portadown and arriving at Ballymena. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Portadown to Ballymena?

The distance between Portadown and Ballymena is 59 miles. The road distance is 39 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portadown to Ballymena without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £11 - £16.

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

The train from Portadown to Ballymena takes 1h 49m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Portadown to Ballymena train from?

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

Where does the Portadown to Ballymena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portadown to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Portadown to Ballymena is 39 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Portadown to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 217+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Portadown to Ballymena - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Portadown to Ballymena by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Portadown to Ballymena0
1h 49m
£11–16
Drive 38.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portadown to Ballymena38.7 mi
52 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portadown to Ballymena38.7 mi
52 min
£80–100
Train via Belfast
1. Take the train from Portadown to Belfast Great Central1_Pd->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymena1_Gc->Ly / ...
1h 59m
£12–18

Portadown to Ballymena by train

7Weekly Trains

1h 49mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portadown to Ballymena.

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Distance: 58.2 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

Translink operates a train from Portadown to Ballymena once daily. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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