Ballymena to Leicester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

260.1 miles 418.6 km · straight line
384.8 miles actual route 619.2 km · driving distance
9h 39min estimated drive time
£58 - £72 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
124° SE bearing direction

How far is Ballymena from Leicester?

The distance from Ballymena to Leicester is 260.1 miles (418.6 km) as the crow flies. Leicester is located SE of Ballymena. By car, the driving distance is approximately 384.8 miles, taking about 9h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. 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 Leicester. 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 Leicester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 39min £58 - £72 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 35min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~9h 10min $46–$135* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Ballymena & Leicester

Quick Facts

Ballymena
54.86°N, 6.28°W
Europe/London
49m elevation
Leicester
52.64°N, 1.14°W
Europe/London
63m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM