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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Holywood is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Holywood is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Holywood?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Holywood station. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Holywood Police Station via Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre and Laganside Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Holywood?

The distance between Ballycastle and Holywood is 66 miles. The road distance is 57.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Holywood without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Ballycastle to Holywood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Holywood bus from?

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

Where does the Ballycastle to Holywood bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Holywood?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Holywood is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Ballycastle to Holywood.

Where can I stay near Holywood?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Holywood.

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

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

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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 Belfast Lanyon Placetrain Re / ...
2h 21m
Drive 57.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Holywoodcar 57.6 mi
1h 3m
£14–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Laganside Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
3h 57m

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Distance: 65.4 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to Holywood Police Station via Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre and Laganside Bus Station in around 3h 57m.

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