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Stranraer, Great Britain → Ballymena, Great Britain

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

Composite routes from Stranraer to Ballymena

Cheapest
4 h 41 min
Car
107 km.
from $5
Other
4 h 31 min
Ferry
78 km.
from $296.18

Transport providers

Other operators

Stena Line

Phone:
+44 844 770 7070
Email:
Website:
stenaline.dk/
Other from Cairnryan to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$53.15

P&O Ferries

Phone:
01304 448866.
Website:
poferries.com/en
Other from Cairnryan to Larne
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.71–$329.10

Train operators

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Great Victoria Street to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$17.72
Train from Larne Harbour to Yorkgate
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.86–$13.92
Train from Yorkgate to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.76–$16.46
Train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$17.72
Bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast,
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38
Bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Ballymena is to bus and ferry and train which costs $30.43 - $45.65 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Ballymena is to car ferry and drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $56.52 - $61.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Ballymena station. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Ballymena Bus Station via Cairnryan Stena Terminal and Bridge Street 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Ballymena?

The distance between Stranraer and Ballymena is 132 km.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Ballymena without a car is to bus and ferry and train which takes 5h 50m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Stranraer to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Ballymena bus from?

Stranraer to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Stranraer to Ballymena bus arrive?

Stranraer to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

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