🚌 Bus from Bushmills to Ballymena
1 direct route · about 45 min · first bus 15:15, last bus 16:15 (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 | ~45 min | 2 | 15:15 | 16:15 | Bushmills War Memorial |
Times are for the first boarding point in Bushmills 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 Bushmills to Ballymena?
The 221 (Goldliner) runs directly from Bushmills to Ballymena.
How long does the bus take from Bushmills to Ballymena?
Around 45 minutes on the 221, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Bushmills to Ballymena?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 221) leaves around 15:15 and the last around 16:15. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Bushmills to Ballymena?
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.