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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Ballyclare is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Ballyclare is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Ballyclare?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Harryville Shops and arriving at Ballyclare Town Hall. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Ballymena to Ballyclare?

The distance between Ballymena and Ballyclare is 18 miles. The road distance is 14.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Ballyclare without a car is to line 149 bus which takes 42 min and costs .

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

The line 149 bus from Harryville Shops to Ballyclare Town Hall takes 42 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Ballyclare bus from?

Ballymena to Ballyclare bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Harryville Shops station.

Where does the Ballymena to Ballyclare bus arrive?

Ballymena to Ballyclare bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ballyclare Town Hall station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Ballyclare?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Ballyclare is 15 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Ballymena to Ballyclare.

Where can I stay near Ballyclare?

There are 1243+ hotels available in Ballyclare.

Ballymena to Ballyclare - 3 ways to travel via line 149 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballymena to Ballyclare by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 149 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Harryville Shops to Ballyclare Town Hallbus 149
42 min
Drive 14.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Ballyclarecar 14.4 mi
18 min
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Ballyclaretaxi 14.4 mi
18 min
£30–40

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Distance: 17.7 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Translink operates a bus from Harryville Shops to Ballyclare Town Hall twice daily, and the journey takes 42 min.

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