The average train between Londonderry and Carrickfergus takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Londonderry to Carrickfergus. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Londonderry and Carrickfergus. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Londonderry is at 9:38 PM which arrives into Carrickfergus at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 41m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Londonderry to Carrickfergus? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Londonderry to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Derry-Londonderry station and arriving at Yorkgate station via Yorkgate station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Londonderry to Carrickfergus train services, operated by Translink, depart from Derry-Londonderry station.
Londonderry to Carrickfergus train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Yorkgate station.
The distance between Londonderry and Carrickfergus is 101.2 km. The road distance is 114 km.
Translink operates a train from Derry-Londonderry to Yorkgate hourly. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 1h 56m.