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.

How far is it from Strangford to Ballymena?

The distance between Strangford and Ballymena is 61 miles. The road distance is 55.6 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 taxi and train which takes 1h 16m and costs £70 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Strangford to Ballymena, including transfers.

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 62+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Strangford to Ballymena - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and line 5 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Strangford to Ballymena by taxi, train, bus, 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.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Strangford to Lanyon Placetaxi
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Ballymenatrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry / ...
1h 16m
£72–88
Drive 55.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Strangford to Ballymenacar 55.3 mi
1h 8m
£14–20
Bus, line 5 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Portaferry Square to Gibson's Lanebus 9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Lanyon Place Stationbus 5 / ...
3. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Ballymenatrain
3h 14m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Strangford to Ballymena.

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Distance: 60.6 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

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

There is no direct connection from Strangford to Ballymena. However, you can take the taxi to Lanyon Place then take the train to Ballymena. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portaferry Square to Ballymena via Gibson's Lane, Lanyon Place Station, and Lanyon Place in around 3h 14m.

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