🚌 Bus from Ballymena to Bushmills
1 direct route · about 40 min · first bus 10:05, last bus 11:05 (weekdays).
💷 Translink sets zonal fares on this journey. Smartlink/iLink cards and contactless are cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on Metro and Glider. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 221 | Goldliner | ~40 min | 2 | 10:05 | 11:05 | Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre |
Times are for the first boarding point in Ballymena on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Ballymena to Bushmills?
The 221 (Goldliner) runs directly from Ballymena to Bushmills.
How long does the bus take from Ballymena to Bushmills?
Around 40 minutes on the 221, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Ballymena to Bushmills?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 221) leaves around 10:05 and the last around 11:05. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Ballymena to Bushmills?
Translink sets zonal fares on this journey. Smartlink/iLink cards and contactless are cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on Metro and Glider.