🚌 Bus from Larne to Ballyclare
3 direct routes · about 33 min · first bus 09:00, last bus 17:00 (weekdays).
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Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 154 | Ulsterbus | ~33 min | 4 | 09:00 | 17:00 | Larne Bus Station |
| 153 | Ulsterbus | ~22 min | 1 | 15:56 | 15:56 | Smiley Park |
| 156 | Ulsterbus | ~27 min | 1 | 07:35 | 07:35 | Larne Bus Station |
Times are for the first boarding point in Larne 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 Larne to Ballyclare?
3 routes run directly from Larne to Ballyclare: the 154 (Ulsterbus), the 153 (Ulsterbus), the 156 (Ulsterbus).
How long does the bus take from Larne to Ballyclare?
Around 33 minutes on the 154, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Larne to Ballyclare?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 154) leaves around 09:00 and the last around 17:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Larne to Ballyclare?
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.