🚌 Bus from Kilrea to Ballymena
1 direct route · about 38 min · first bus 06:45, last bus 18:05 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115 | Ulsterbus | ~38 min | 9 | 06:45 | 18:05 | Church Street |
Times are for the first boarding point in Kilrea 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 Kilrea to Ballymena?
The 115 (Ulsterbus) runs directly from Kilrea to Ballymena.
How long does the bus take from Kilrea to Ballymena?
Around 38 minutes on the 115, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Kilrea to Ballymena?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 115) leaves around 06:45 and the last around 18:05. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Kilrea 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.