Ballymena travel guide
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You're Going to Love Ballymena
With a population of 28,932, Ballymena is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ballymena to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Ballymena
How to Get to Ballymena
Plane
When flying to Ballymena, you’ll arrive at Belfast Intl Airport (BFS), which is located 24 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Ballymena is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 305 km from Ballymena. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ballymena, including National Express, Bus and Aircoach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Ballymena takes 177 km and will cost you around £21. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about £77 for a journey of 523 km.
Airlines serving Ballymena
Where to stay in Ballymena
Average rates range from around £124 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £176 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Ballymena
Most booked hotels in Ballymena
Hiring a car in Ballymena
Hiring a car in Ballymena costs £33 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at Belfast Intl.
Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Ballymena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.81 and £23.74. The most frequently booked car type in Ballymena is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Peugeot 107 or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.