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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Newtownabbey is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Newtownabbey is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Newtownabbey?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Newtownabbey. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Merville Mews via St Paul's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Newtownabbey?

The distance between Ballymena and Newtownabbey is 34 miles. The road distance is 22.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Newtownabbey without a car is to train and bus which takes 56 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Ballymena to Newtownabbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Newtownabbey bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Newtownabbey bus arrive?

Ballymena to Newtownabbey bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Nelson Street Bus Lane station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Newtownabbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Newtownabbey is 22 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Ballymena to Newtownabbey.

Where can I stay near Newtownabbey?

There are 1296+ hotels available in Newtownabbey.

Ballymena to Newtownabbey - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to York Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from St Paul's to Merville Mewsbus 2C / ...
56 min
Drive 22.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Newtownabbeycar 22.3 mi
31 min
£6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Nelson Street Bus Lanebus 218
2. Take the bus from St Paul's to Merville Mewsbus 2C / ...
1h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Newtownabbeytaxi 22.3 mi
31 min
£45–60

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Distance: 34.2 mi
Duration: 56 min

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Merville Mews via Nelson Street Bus Lane and St Paul's in around 1h 15m.

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