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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Ballymena is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Ballymena is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Ballymena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portrush and arriving at Ballymena. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Portrush to Ballymena?

The distance between Portrush and Ballymena is 34 miles. The road distance is 30.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Ballymena without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £13.

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

The train from Portrush to Ballymena takes 51 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Ballymena train from?

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

Where does the Portrush to Ballymena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portrush to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Ballymena is 31 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Portrush to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 219+ hotels available in Ballymena.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portrush 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 Portrush to Ballymenatrain Portrush - Belfast Great Central
51 min
£8–13
Drive 30.4 mi
1. Drive from Portrush to Ballymenacar 30.4 mi
37 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portrush to Ballymenataxi 30.4 mi
37 min
£65–80
Train via Coleraine
1. Take the train from Portrush to Colerainetrain Portrush - Coleraine / ...
2. Take the train from Coleraine to Ballymenatrain Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central / ...
1h 29m
£14–20

Portrush to Ballymena by train

18Weekly Trains

51 minAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portrush to Ballymena.

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Distance: 33.9 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

Translink operates a train from Portrush to Ballymena 3 times a day. Tickets cost £8–13 and the journey takes 51 min.

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