Ballymena to Exeter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

308.4 miles 496.3 km · straight line
514.9 miles actual route 828.6 km · driving distance
11h 55min estimated drive time
£78 - £96 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
157° SSE bearing direction

How far is Ballymena from Exeter?

The distance from Ballymena to Exeter is 308.4 miles (496.3 km) as the crow flies. Exeter is located SSE of Ballymena. By car, the driving distance is approximately 514.9 miles, taking about 11h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. 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 Exeter. 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 Exeter

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 55min £78 - £96 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 18min $41–$77* Budget
Train ~11h 19min $62–$180* 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
Exeter
50.72°N, 3.53°W
Europe/London
24m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 103 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 80.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM