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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Desertmartin is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Desertmartin is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Desertmartin?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Desertmartin. However, there are services departing from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre and arriving at Desertmartin via Magherafelt Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Desertmartin?

The distance between Ballymena and Desertmartin is 25 miles. The road distance is 22 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Desertmartin without a car is to line 127 bus which takes 2h 7m and costs £8.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Ballymena to Desertmartin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Desertmartin bus from?

Ballymena to Desertmartin bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre station.

Where does the Ballymena to Desertmartin bus arrive?

Ballymena to Desertmartin bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Magherafelt Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Desertmartin?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Desertmartin is 22 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Ballymena to Desertmartin.

Where can I stay near Desertmartin?

There are 175+ hotels available in Desertmartin.

Ballymena to Desertmartin - 3 ways to travel via line 127 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Line 127 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Magherafelt Bus Stationbus 127
2h 7m
£7
Drive 21.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Desertmartincar 21.9 mi
30 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Desertmartintaxi 21.9 mi
30 min
£95–120

Ballymena to Desertmartin by bus

36Weekly Buses

2h 7mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 25.1 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

Translink operates a bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Magherafelt Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £4 and the journey takes 59 min.

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