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

The cheapest way to get from Tallaght to Ballymena is to bus which costs £19 - £27 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tallaght to Ballymena is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Tallaght and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Tallaght to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Red Cow Luas and arriving at Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre via Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Tallaght to Ballymena?

The distance between Tallaght and Ballymena is 155 miles. The road distance is 127.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tallaght to Ballymena without a car is to line 27 bus and train which takes 4h 42m and costs £27 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Tallaght to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tallaght to Ballymena bus from?

Tallaght to Ballymena bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where does the Tallaght to Ballymena bus arrive?

Tallaght to Ballymena bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Belfast Glengall station.

Can I drive from Tallaght to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Tallaght to Ballymena is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Tallaght to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 238+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Tallaght to Ballymena - 4 ways to travel via train, line 27 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 27 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Tallaght Luas to Five Lampsbus 27
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain Re
4h 42m
£27–39
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast Glengallbus 705x
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 218 / ...
4h 43m
£19–26
Drive 126.4 mi
1. Drive from Tallaght to Ballymenacar 126.4 mi
2h 26m
£32–46
Line 82 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tallaght Luas to Westland Rowbus 82
2. Take the bus from Westland Row to Grand Central Stationbus 785
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain Re
5h 56m
£27–134

Tallaght to Ballymena by bus and train

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4h 42mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Red Cow Luas to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre via Airport Zone 16, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Belfast Glengall, and Bridge Street in around 4h 43m.

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