Ballymena to Kilmarnock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

87.1 miles 140.2 km · straight line
108.9 miles estimated 175.3 km · driving distance
2h 11min estimated drive time
£17 - £20 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
53° NE bearing direction

How far is Ballymena from Kilmarnock?

The distance from Ballymena to Kilmarnock is 87.1 miles (140.2 km) as the crow flies. Kilmarnock is located NE of Ballymena. By car, the driving distance is approximately 108.9 miles, taking about 2h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. 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 Kilmarnock. 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.

How to Get from Ballymena to Kilmarnock

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 11min £17 - £20 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 37min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 4min $13–$38* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ballymena & Kilmarnock

Quick Facts

Ballymena
54.86°N, 6.28°W
Europe/London
49m elevation
Kilmarnock
55.61°N, 4.50°W
Europe/London
39m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 285.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients