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Trip Overview

The average bus between Waterford and Ballycastle takes 9h 45m and the fastest bus takes 7h 11m. The bus service runs several times per day from Waterford to Ballycastle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 45m
Duration
266 mi
Distance
£41
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Waterford to Ballycastle bus times

Buses run 5 times a day between Waterford and Ballycastle. The earliest departure is at 2:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Waterford is at 2:00 PM which arrives into Ballycastle at 8:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Red Cow Luas and take an average of 9h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Dublin CoachDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink7h 41m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink18h 17m • 4 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink7h 36m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink7h 46m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink8h 52m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink8h 41m • 4 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink7h 36m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink7h 46m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink8h 52m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink8h 41m • 4 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink7h 11m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink8h 41m • 4 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink18h 17m • 4 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink7h 36m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink7h 46m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink8h 52m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink8h 41m • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink7h 36m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink7h 46m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink8h 52m • 4 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin CoachAircoachTranslinkTranslink8h 41m • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Waterford to Ballycastle? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 266 mi
  • Duration: 9h 45m

What companies run services between Waterford, Ireland and Ballycastle, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Dalriada Hospital via Red Cow Luas, Airport Zone 16, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Belfast Glengall, Bridge Street, and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre in around 8h 59m.

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