🚌 Bus from Ballymena to Kilrea
1 direct route · about 37 min · first bus 07:15, last bus 17:45 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115 | Ulsterbus | ~37 min | 8 | 07:15 | 17:45 | 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 Kilrea?
The 115 (Ulsterbus) runs directly from Ballymena to Kilrea.
How long does the bus take from Ballymena to Kilrea?
Around 37 minutes on the 115, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Ballymena to Kilrea?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 115) leaves around 07:15 and the last around 17:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Ballymena to Kilrea?
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.