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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Carndonagh is to train and line 952 bus which costs €15 - €26 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Carndonagh is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Carndonagh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Carndonagh. However, there are services departing from Ballymena Court House and arriving at Carndonagh via Coleraine Buscentre and Derry Patrick St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Carndonagh?

The distance between Ballymena and Carndonagh is 134 km. The road distance is 109.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Carndonagh without a car is to train and line 952 bus which takes 3h 25m and costs €15 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Ballymena to Carndonagh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Carndonagh bus from?

Ballymena to Carndonagh bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Ballymena Court House station.

Where does the Ballymena to Carndonagh bus arrive?

Ballymena to Carndonagh bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Coleraine Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Carndonagh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Carndonagh is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Ballymena to Carndonagh.

Where can I stay near Carndonagh?

There are 240+ hotels available in Carndonagh.

Ballymena to Carndonagh - 3 ways to travel via train, line 952 bus, bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballymena to Carndonagh by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 952 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Londonderrytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Derry Patrick St to Carndonaghbus 952
3h 25m
€16–25
Bus, line 952 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballymena Court House to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 234
3. Take the bus from Derry Patrick St to Carndonaghbus 952
4h 46m
Drive 109.7 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Carndonaghcar 109.7 km
1h 35m
€20–28

Ballymena to Carndonagh by train, bus, and foot

55Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.5 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Ballymena Court House to Carndonagh via Coleraine Buscentre, Foyle Street Bus Station, and Derry Patrick St in around 4h 46m.

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