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How to get fromBallycastle to Dundalkby bus, train, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Ballycastle to Dundalk by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus bus 131 / ...
    2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Grand Centraltrain train Re
    3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalktrain train Ic
    3h 44m

  2. Drive 153 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Ballycastle to Dundalkcar car 153 km
    1h 55m
    €27–39

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  • Distance: 192.8 km
  • Duration: 3h 44m

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

There is no direct connection from Ballycastle to Dundalk. However, you can take the bus to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre, walk to Ballymena, take the train to Belfast Grand Central, then take the train to Dundalk. Alternatively, you can drive from Ballycastle to Dundalk in around 1h 55m.

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