Ballymena to Barnstaple: Road Trip Guide & Distance

277.2 miles 446.1 km · straight line
346.5 miles estimated 557.6 km · driving distance
6h 58min estimated drive time
£53 - £65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
160° SSE bearing direction

How far is Ballymena from Barnstaple?

The distance from Ballymena to Barnstaple is 277.2 miles (446.1 km) as the crow flies. Barnstaple is located SSE of Ballymena. By car, the driving distance is approximately 346.5 miles, taking about 6h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ballymena and Barnstaple. 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 Ballymena to Barnstaple

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 58min £53 - £65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 22min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 37min $42–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ballymena & Barnstaple

Quick Facts

Ballymena
54.86°N, 6.28°W
Europe/London
49m elevation
Barnstaple
51.08°N, 4.06°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients