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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Castlewellan is to bus which costs £12 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Castlewellan is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Castlewellan?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Castlewellan. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Castlewellan Upper Square via Adelaide St. and Newcastle Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Castlewellan?

The distance between Ballymena and Castlewellan is 65 miles. The road distance is 50.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Castlewellan without a car is to train and line 215 bus which takes 3h 27m and costs £16 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Ballymena to Castlewellan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Castlewellan bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Castlewellan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Castlewellan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Castlewellan is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Ballymena to Castlewellan.

Where can I stay near Castlewellan?

There are 398+ hotels available in Castlewellan.

Ballymena to Castlewellan - 4 ways to travel via train, line 215 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Castlewellan by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 215 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Lanyon Placetrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Adelaide St. to Downpatrick Bus Stationbus 215 / ...
3h 27m
£17–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Streetbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Adelaide St. to Newcastle Bus Stationbus 520 / ...
4h 11m
£11
Drive 49.9 mi
1. Drive from Ballymena to Castlewellancar 49.9 mi
1h 5m
£13–18
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Newcastle Bus Stationbus 520 / ...
4h 4m
£17–20

Ballymena to Castlewellan by train, foot, and bus

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 64.9 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Castlewellan Upper Square via High Street, Adelaide St., and Newcastle Bus Station in around 4h 11m.

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