Ballymena to Irvine: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ballymena from Irvine?

The distance from Ballymena to Irvine is 82.5 miles (132.8 km) as the crow flies. Irvine is located NE of Ballymena. By car, the driving distance is approximately 103.1 miles, taking about 2h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ballymena and Irvine. 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.