Ballymena to Carmarthen: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.1 miles 359.1 km · straight line
278.9 miles estimated 448.9 km · driving distance
5h 37min estimated drive time
£42 - £52 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
158° SSE bearing direction

How far is Ballymena from Carmarthen?

The distance from Ballymena to Carmarthen is 223.1 miles (359.1 km) as the crow flies. Carmarthen is located SSE of Ballymena. By car, the driving distance is approximately 278.9 miles, taking about 5h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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 Carmarthen. 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 Carmarthen

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 37min £42 - £52 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 44min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 20min $33–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ballymena & Carmarthen

Quick Facts

Ballymena
54.86°N, 6.28°W
Europe/London
49m elevation
Carmarthen
51.86°N, 4.31°W
Europe/London
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients