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Carrickfergus, Great Britain → Ballymena, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Carrickfergus to Ballymena

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Transport providers

Train operators

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Carrickfergus to Yorkgate
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.70–$8.23
Train from Yorkgate to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.76–$16.46
Train from Carrickfergus to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.33–$9.49
Train from Lanyon Place to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Bus from Joymount to Ulster
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05
Bus from Ulster University Belfast to The
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballymena is to drive which costs $9.24 - $14.13 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballymena is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $9.24 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at The State via Ulster University Belfast. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Carrickfergus and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct train from Carrickfergus to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Carrickfergus and arriving at Ballymena via Yorkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Ballymena?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Ballymena is 65 km. The road distance is 46.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballymena without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Carrickfergus to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Ballymena bus from?

Carrickfergus to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Joymount station.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Ballymena train from?

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

Train or bus from Carrickfergus to Ballymena?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballymena is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Ballymena bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Ulster University Belfast station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Ballymena train arrive?

Carrickfergus to Ballymena train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Yorkgate station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Ballymena is 46 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Carrickfergus to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 182+ hotels available in Ballymena. Prices start at $51.34 per night.
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