Ballymena to Swansea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243.9 miles 392.5 km · straight line
377.9 miles actual route 608.2 km · driving distance
10h 20min estimated drive time
£57 - £71 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
156° SSE bearing direction

How far is Ballymena from Swansea?

The distance from Ballymena to Swansea is 243.9 miles (392.5 km) as the crow flies. Swansea is located SSE of Ballymena. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377.9 miles, taking about 10h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. 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 Swansea. 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 Swansea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 20min £57 - £71 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 24min $30–$57* Budget
Train ~9h 49min $45–$132* Comfort

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

* 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
Swansea
51.62°N, 3.94°W
Europe/London
18m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM