Ballymena to Bournemouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

340 miles 547.2 km · straight line
527.5 miles actual route 848.9 km · driving distance
12h 7min estimated drive time
£80 - £98 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
146° SE bearing direction

How far is Ballymena from Bournemouth?

The distance from Ballymena to Bournemouth is 340 miles (547.2 km) as the crow flies. Bournemouth is located SE of Ballymena. By car, the driving distance is approximately 527.5 miles, taking about 12h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Bournemouth. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Bournemouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 7min £80 - £98 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 32min $42–$79* Budget
Train ~11h 31min $63–$185* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Ballymena & Bournemouth

Quick Facts

Ballymena
54.86°N, 6.28°W
Europe/London
49m elevation
Bournemouth
50.72°N, 1.88°W
Europe/London
0m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 113 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 73.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM