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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Ballymena is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Ballymena is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle station to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Bus Station and arriving at Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre via Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Ballymena?

The distance between Newcastle and Ballymena is 64 miles. The road distance is 54.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Ballymena without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Newcastle to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Ballymena bus from?

Newcastle to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Newcastle Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Ballymena bus arrive?

Newcastle to Ballymena bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Bedford Street station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Ballymena is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Newcastle to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 236+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Newcastle to Ballymena - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 520 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain Re / ...
2h 37m
Drive 53.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newcastle to Ballymenacar 53.8 mi
1h 11m
£14–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Belfast Bedford Streetbus 520 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 218 / ...
3h 10m

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Distance: 64 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre via Belfast Bedford Street and Bridge Street in around 3h 10m.

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