Ballymena to Glasgow: Road Trip Guide & Distance

105.3 miles 169.5 km · straight line
519.8 miles actual route 836.6 km · driving distance
11h 45min estimated drive time
£79 - £97 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
48° NE bearing direction

How far is Ballymena from Glasgow?

The distance from Ballymena to Glasgow is 105.3 miles (169.5 km) as the crow flies. Glasgow is located NE of Ballymena. By car, the driving distance is approximately 519.8 miles, taking about 11h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 Glasgow. 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 Glasgow

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 45min £79 - £97 Flexible stops
Bus ~14h 6min $42–$78* Budget
Train ~11h 10min $62–$182* 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 & Glasgow

Quick Facts

Ballymena
54.86°N, 6.28°W
Europe/London
49m elevation
Glasgow
55.86°N, 4.25°W
Europe/London
12m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 236.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM