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The best cycling routes in Ballymena

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Cycling in Ballymena is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Northern Ireland. So you can find your perfect Ballymena bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: November 30, 2025

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1. Broughshane to Waterfoot loop — Antrim Coast & Glens

65.2km

04:09

770m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Glennariff Forest and Carnlough Harbour loop from Ballymena – Antrim Forest & Glens

77.4km

04:48

740m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Cullybackey to Waterfoot loop — Antrim Coast & Glens

81.6km

05:10

880m

870m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Beaghmore Stone Circles loop from Cullybackey — Sperrins

120km

07:18

1,030m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Broughshane to Slemish Mountain loop — Antrim Coast & Glens

51.1km

03:36

780m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Carnlough Harbour loop from Ballymena

61.9km

03:46

530m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Visitor Centre loop from Cargan

29.1km

02:28

480m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Cushendun Village and Harbour – Waterfoot Beach loop from Cargan

48.9km

03:11

640m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Ballyboley Forest loop from Ballyeaston

10.4km

01:03

150m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Carnlough Harbour – Waterfoot Beach loop from Cargan

105km

06:49

1,310m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes in Ballymena

1. Broughshane to Waterfoot loop — Antrim Coast & Glens

2. Glennariff Forest and Carnlough Harbour loop from Ballymena – Antrim Forest & Glens

3. Cullybackey to Waterfoot loop — Antrim Coast & Glens

4. Beaghmore Stone Circles loop from Cullybackey — Sperrins

5. Broughshane to Slemish Mountain loop — Antrim Coast & Glens

6. Carnlough Harbour loop from Ballymena

7. Visitor Centre loop from Cargan

8. Cushendun Village and Harbour – Waterfoot Beach loop from Cargan

9. Ballyboley Forest loop from Ballyeaston

10. Carnlough Harbour – Waterfoot Beach loop from Cargan

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