Ayr to Ballymena: Road Trip Guide & Distance

76.9 miles 123.8 km · straight line
96.2 miles estimated 154.8 km · driving distance
1h 56min estimated drive time
£15 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Ayr from Ballymena?

The distance from Ayr to Ballymena is 76.9 miles (123.8 km) as the crow flies. Ballymena is located WSW of Ayr. By car, the driving distance is approximately 96.2 miles, taking about 1h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ayr and Ballymena. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ayr to Ballymena

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 56min £15 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 19min $8–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 50min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ayr & Ballymena

Quick Facts

Ayr
55.46°N, 4.63°W
Europe/London
13m elevation
Ballymena
54.86°N, 6.28°W
Europe/London
49m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 323.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients