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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Coleraine is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Coleraine is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Coleraine?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Coleraine. However, there are services departing from Ballycastle and arriving at Rose Gardens via Ballina Humbrt, Sligo Bus Stn and Foyle Street Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Ballycastle and Coleraine?

No, there is no direct train from Ballycastle to Coleraine. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Coleraine via Manulla Junction, Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Coleraine?

The distance between Ballycastle and Coleraine is 182 miles. The road distance is 164.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Coleraine without a car is to bus which takes 8h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 32m to get from Ballycastle to Coleraine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Coleraine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Coleraine train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballycastle to Coleraine?

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Coleraine is to bus which takes 8h 32m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £90 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Ballycastle to Coleraine bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Coleraine bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Sligo Bus Stn station.

Where does the Ballycastle to Coleraine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Coleraine?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Coleraine is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Ballycastle to Coleraine.

Where can I stay near Coleraine?

There are 816+ hotels available in Coleraine.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Sligo Bus Stnbus 458
2. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Ulsterbus Depotbus 64
3. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Rose Gardensbus 234
8h 32m
Drive 163.9 mi
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1. Drive from Ballycastle to Colerainecar 163.9 mi
3h 33m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Manulla Junction to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Colerainetrain Re
10h 25m
£60–88

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Distance: 180.8 mi
Duration: 8h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Ballycastle to Rose Gardens via Ballina Humbrt, Sligo Bus Stn, and Foyle Street Bus Station in around 8h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballycastle to Coleraine via Ballina Bus Stn, Ballina, Manulla Junction, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Grand Central in around 10h 25m.

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