Yes Coaches arranges coach hire and minibus hire in Ballyclare for groups of 8 to 72 passengers, always with a professional driver. A journey can start in Ballyclare, collect from Greenisland or Newtownabbey on the way and finish anywhere in the UK.
Send the pickup, destination, date and group size with the quote form and the booking team replies with vehicle options and a price. The booking line, 0203 870 5196, is open 9am to 6pm, 7 days a week.
Ballyclare coach hire at a glance
| Area | Ballyclare, Northern Ireland (all Northern Ireland locations) |
|---|---|
| Nearest airports | George Best Belfast City Airport (about 10 miles), Belfast International Airport (about 11 miles) |
| Nearby areas we cover | Greenisland (6 miles), Newtownabbey (7 miles), Carrickfergus (8 miles), Antrim (9 miles) |
| Vehicle sizes | 8 and 16 seat minibuses, 17 to 30 seat midi coaches, 31 to 72 seat coaches |
| Booking line | 0203 870 5196, Monday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm |
Distances are straight-line estimates. Road distances are longer.
Coach hire in Ballyclare
For groups of 17 or more, a midi coach (17 to 30 seats) or a full-size coach (31 to 72 seats) keeps everyone on one vehicle with room for luggage. Popular coach trips from Ballyclare include coastal trips, football and rugby fixtures, heritage visits, and lough and countryside days out.
Coach hire in Ballyclare is priced per journey, not per seat. The price depends on the route, the date, the vehicle size and any waiting time. A coach can collect from a home, hotel, school, workplace or meeting point in Ballyclare.
Minibus hire in Ballyclare
For smaller groups, minibus hire in Ballyclare covers 8 seat and 16 seat vehicles with a driver. They suit airport runs, nights out, weddings, family events and business trips, and can make several pickups around Ballyclare, Greenisland and Newtownabbey.
Airport transfers from Ballyclare
The nearest airports to Ballyclare are George Best Belfast City Airport, about 10 miles away, and Belfast International Airport, about 11 miles away. Group airport transfers can be booked one way or return. Add flight numbers, terminals and luggage so the right vehicle is sent.
Pickups from railway stations and hotels in and around Ballyclare can be added to the same booking.
Events, sport and days out from Ballyclare
For fixtures, concerts and festivals, give the venue, the drop-off point and the return time so the driver waits in the right place. Day trips from Ballyclare can also take in Greenisland, Newtownabbey and further afield.
See sports and event transport and tours and day trips.
Weddings, schools and business travel in Ballyclare
Weddings. Shuttle guests between the ceremony, the reception and hotels in and around Ballyclare. Wedding transport
Schools and colleges. Educational visits, sports fixtures and trips for pupils and staff from Ballyclare. School transport
Business. Staff shuttles, conferences, team days and hotel transfers for companies in Ballyclare. Corporate travel
Which vehicle for your group?
| Group size | Vehicle | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 8 | 8 seat minibus or MPV | Airport runs, small business trips |
| 9 to 16 | 16 seat minibus | Nights out, weddings, sports teams |
| 17 to 30 | Midi coach | School trips, clubs, corporate groups |
| 31 to 72 | Full-size coach | Large events, tours, festivals |
Mention luggage, sports kit, instruments or accessibility needs so the right vehicle is quoted. See the full fleet.
Popular routes from Ballyclare
How to book coach hire in Ballyclare
- Enter the pickup, destination, date and number of passengers in the quote form.
- Add your name, phone and email, or send the details on WhatsApp.
- The booking team replies with vehicle options and a price.
- Confirm the booking and the driver meets your group at the agreed pickup point.
Coach hire in Ballyclare: questions
How much does coach hire in Ballyclare cost?
The price depends on the distance, journey time, date, vehicle size and any waiting time, so each quote is worked out for your route. Send the full journey through the quote form for a price with no obligation. To keep coach hire in Ballyclare cheap, use one larger vehicle rather than two small ones, keep pickups to the stops you need and book busy dates early.
What is the nearest airport to Ballyclare?
George Best Belfast City Airport is the nearest, about 10 miles from Ballyclare in a straight line. Belfast International Airport is about 11 miles away. Both can be booked as group airport transfers, one way or return.
Can you collect passengers from Greenisland and Newtownabbey?
Yes. Add each pickup in the order you need them. Nearby areas we cover include Greenisland, Newtownabbey, Carrickfergus and Antrim.
Is minibus hire available in Ballyclare?
Yes. 8 seat and 16 seat minibuses with a driver are available in Ballyclare for smaller groups, airport runs, nights out and family events.
Do you have a depot in Ballyclare?
Yes Coaches arranges each vehicle around your route rather than from a depot in every town. The journey is planned from your pickup point in Ballyclare and quoted on that basis.
Can the journey go outside Northern Ireland?
Yes. A booking can start or finish in Ballyclare and travel anywhere in the UK, including multi-day tours.