What is the cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Belfast is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Belfast is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Belfast station. However, there are services departing from Ballycastle and arriving at Grand Central Station Stand 14 via Ballina Humbrt and Enniskillen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Ballycastle and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Ballycastle to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via Manulla Junction, Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Belfast?

The distance between Ballycastle and Belfast is 187 miles. The road distance is 172.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ballycastle to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Belfast without a car is to bus which takes 7h 37m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ballycastle to Belfast?

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Ballycastle to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Belfast bus from?

Ballycastle to Belfast bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Ballina Humbrt station.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Belfast train from?

Ballycastle to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Manulla Junction station.

Train or bus from Ballycastle to Belfast?

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Belfast is to bus which takes 7h 37m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Ballycastle to Belfast bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Belfast bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Enniskillen station.

Where does the Ballycastle to Belfast train arrive?

Ballycastle to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Belfast is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Ballycastle to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

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Ballycastle to Belfast - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballycastle to Belfast by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Enniskillenbus 458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 14bus 261 / ...
7h 37m
Drive 171.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Belfastcar 171.9 mi
3h 34m
£42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Manulla Junction to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
8h 32m
£49–71

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Distance: 186.2 mi
Duration: 7h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Ballycastle to Grand Central Station Stand 14 via Ballina Humbrt and Enniskillen Bus Station in around 7h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballycastle to Belfast Grand Central via Ballina Bus Stn, Ballina, Manulla Junction, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 8h 32m.

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