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Ballymena to Kells

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181 km.
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Ballymena, Great Britain → Kells, Irish

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

Composite routes from Ballymena to Kells

Cheapest
2 h 3 min
Car
181 km.
from $9
Other
5 h 2 min
Train, Bus
132 km.
from $58.17
5 h 8 min
132 km.
from $41.37
5 h 47 min
132 km.
from $56.32

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Ballymena to Great
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Train from Great Victoria Street to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32
Train from Ballymena to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Train from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32
Bus from George Street to High
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58

Bus operators

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Glengall Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.62

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Grammar School to Father
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Kells
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Kells is to bus which costs $33.70 - $44.57 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Kells is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Kells?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Kells. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Kells via Glengall Street and Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Kells?

The distance between Ballymena and Kells is 201 km. The road distance is 177.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Kells without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 2m and costs $33.70 - $48.91 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Ballymena to Kells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Kells bus from?

Ballymena to Kells bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from George Street station.

Where does the Ballymena to Kells bus arrive?

Ballymena to Kells bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at High Street station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Kells?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Kells is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Ballymena to Kells.

Where can I stay near Kells?

There are 102+ hotels available in Kells. Prices start at $52.92 per night.
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