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

The cheapest way to get from Strangford to Ballymena is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Strangford to Ballymena is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Strangford and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Strangford to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Strangford Square and arriving at Ballymena Buscentre via Downpatrick Bus Station and Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Strangford to Ballymena?

The distance between Strangford and Ballymena is 65 miles. The road distance is 55.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Strangford to Ballymena without a car is to line 215 bus and train which takes 3h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Strangford to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strangford to Ballymena bus from?

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

Where does the Strangford to Ballymena bus arrive?

Strangford to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Bedford Street station.

Can I drive from Strangford to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Strangford to Ballymena is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Strangford to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 219+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Strangford to Ballymena - 5 ways to travel via train, line 215 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Strangford to Ballymena by bus, train, taxi, 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.

Line 215 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Downpatrick Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 215 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain Rail
3h 18m
Drive 54.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Strangford to Ballymenacar 54.8 mi
1h 10m
£14–19
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Strangford to Lanyon Placetaxi
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Ballymenatrain Rail
1h 18m
£72–87
Line 215 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Downpatrick Bus Station to Belfast Bedford Streetbus 215 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Ballymena Buscentrebus 218 / ...
3h 32m
Bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Portaferry Square to Gibson's Lanebus 9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Laganside Bus Stationbus 5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Ballymena Buscentrebus 218 / ...
3h 51m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Strangford to Ballymena.

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Distance: 64.2 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Strangford Square to Ballymena Buscentre via Downpatrick Bus Station, Belfast Bedford Street, and Bridge Street in around 3h 32m.

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