Ballymena to Colchester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

360 miles 579.4 km · straight line
512.5 miles actual route 824.8 km · driving distance
11h 53min estimated drive time
£78 - £96 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
122° ESE bearing direction

How far is Ballymena from Colchester?

The distance from Ballymena to Colchester is 360 miles (579.4 km) as the crow flies. Colchester is located ESE of Ballymena. By car, the driving distance is approximately 512.5 miles, taking about 11h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. 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 Colchester. 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 Colchester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 53min £78 - £96 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 16min $41–$77* Budget
Train ~11h 17min $62–$179* Comfort

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

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

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Quick Facts

Ballymena
54.86°N, 6.28°W
Europe/London
49m elevation
Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 120 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 69.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM