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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Straid is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Straid is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Straid?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Straid. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Main Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Ballymena to Straid?

The distance between Ballymena and Straid is 22 miles. The road distance is 17.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Straid without a car is to line 149 bus which takes 48 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Ballymena to Straid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Straid bus from?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Straid bus arrive?

Ballymena to Straid bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Main Street station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Straid?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Straid is 18 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Ballymena to Straid.

Where can I stay near Straid?

There are 1253+ hotels available in Straid.

Ballymena to Straid - 4 ways to travel via train, line 149 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 149 bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Main Streetbus 149
48 min
Drive 17.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Straidcar 17.6 mi
23 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballymena to Straidtaxi 17.6 mi
23 min
£35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballymena to York Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from St Paul's to Fairview Terminusbus 2A / ...
1h 30m

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Distance: 21.7 mi
Duration: 48 min

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

Translink operates a bus from George Street to Main Street twice daily, and the journey takes 43 min.

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