🚌 Bus from Ballymena to Milltown
3 direct routes · about 23 min · first bus 10:05, last bus 11:05 (weekdays).
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Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 221 | Goldliner | ~23 min | 2 | 10:05 | 11:05 | Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre |
| 173 | Ulsterbus | ~39 min | 1 | 15:50 | 15:50 | Ballymena Court House |
| 173a | Ulsterbus | ~41 min | 1 | 08:45 | 08:45 | 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 Milltown?
3 routes run directly from Ballymena to Milltown: the 221 (Goldliner), the 173 (Ulsterbus), the 173a (Ulsterbus).
How long does the bus take from Ballymena to Milltown?
Around 23 minutes on the 221, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Ballymena to Milltown?
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 Milltown?
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.