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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Carrickfergus is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Carrickfergus is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Joymount via Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre and St Paul's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Ballycastle and Carrickfergus is 70 miles. The road distance is 47.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Carrickfergus without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Ballycastle to Carrickfergus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Carrickfergus bus from?

Ballycastle to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Market Street station.

Where does the Ballycastle to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Carrickfergus is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Ballycastle to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1205+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

Ballycastle to Carrickfergus - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballycastle to Carrickfergus by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to York Streettrain Re / ...
2h 29m
Drive 46.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Carrickferguscar 46.8 mi
1h 6m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballycastle to Carrickfergustaxi 46.8 mi
1h 6m
£95–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Nelson Street Bus Lanebus 218 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Paul's to Joymountbus 563
3h 43m

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Distance: 69.1 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to Joymount via Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre, Nelson Street Bus Lane, and St Paul's in around 3h 43m.

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