Ballymena to Edinburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

142.6 miles 229.5 km · straight line
516.1 miles actual route 830.6 km · driving distance
12h 7min estimated drive time
£78 - £96 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
57° ENE bearing direction

How far is Ballymena from Edinburgh?

The distance from Ballymena to Edinburgh is 142.6 miles (229.5 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located ENE of Ballymena. By car, the driving distance is approximately 516.1 miles, taking about 12h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. 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 Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 7min £78 - £96 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 32min $41–$77* Budget
Train ~11h 31min $62–$181* 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 & Edinburgh

Quick Facts

Ballymena
54.86°N, 6.28°W
Europe/London
49m elevation
Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 174.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM