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Kells to Ballymena

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Kells, Irish → Ballymena, Great Britain

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

Composite routes from Kells to Ballymena

Cheapest

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Dundalk to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Dundalk to Great
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.83–$26.75
Train from Great Victoria Street to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83
Train from Lanyon Place to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.57–$42.03
Bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75

Cie

Website:
cie.ie/
Train from Dundalk to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Bus operators

Aircoach

Phone:
+353 0 1 844 7118
Website:
aircoach.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 to Belfast,
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.95

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Father McCullen Park to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.83–$15.29
Bus from Kells to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kells to Ballymena is to bus and train via Belfast which costs $29.35 - $42.39 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kells to Ballymena is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Kells and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Kells to Ballymena station. However, there are services departing from Kells and arriving at Ballymena Bus Station via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Bridge Street 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Kells to Ballymena?

The distance between Kells and Ballymena is 201 km. The road distance is 177.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kells to Ballymena without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 32m and costs $34.78 - $51.09 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Kells to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kells to Ballymena bus from?

Kells to Ballymena bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Kells station.

Where does the Kells to Ballymena bus arrive?

Kells to Ballymena bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

What is the time difference between Kells and Ballymena?

It is currently 10:24 at both, Kells and Ballymena.

Can I drive from Kells to Ballymena?

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