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 - £20 and takes 1h 8m.

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 8m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Strangford and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Strangford to Ballymena station. However, there are services departing from Strangford Square and arriving at Ballymena Bus Station via Downpatrick Bus Station and Bridge Street 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Strangford to Ballymena?

The distance between Strangford and Ballymena is 65 miles. The road distance is 56.1 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 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m 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 Bedford Street station.

Can I drive from Strangford to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Strangford to Ballymena is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Strangford to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 214+ 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 21215 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymena1_Gc->Ly / ...
3h 10m
Drive 55.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Strangford to Ballymena55.7 mi
1h 8m
£14–20
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Strangford to Lanyon Place
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Ballymena1_Gc->Ly / ...
1h 18m
£72–87
Line 215 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Downpatrick Bus Station to Bedford Street215 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena Bus Station218 / ...
3h 19m
Bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Portaferry Square to Gibson's Lane9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Laganside Bus Station5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Ballymena Bus Station218 / ...
3h 47m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Strangford to Ballymena.

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Distance: 64.2 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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 Bus Station via Downpatrick Bus Station, Bedford Street, and Bridge Street 2 in around 3h 19m.

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