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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Kildare is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Kildare is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Kildare Vllge via Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre, Belfast Glengall and Burgh Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Kildare?

The distance between Ballycastle and Kildare is 331 km. The road distance is 270.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Kildare without a car is to bus and train via Dublin which takes 5h 59m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Ballycastle to Kildare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Kildare bus from?

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

Where does the Ballycastle to Kildare bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Kildare is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Ballycastle to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 134+ hotels available in Kildare.

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

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

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Bus, train via Dublin
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
4. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kildaretrain Re / ...
5h 59m
Drive 270.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Kildarecar 270.5 km
3h 33m
€49–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
4. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Kildarebus 726
6h 45m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to High Streetbus 218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Belfast Glengall to The Gresham Hotelbus
4. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kildare Vllgebus 300
7h 28m

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Distance: 330.6 km
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to Kildare Vllge via Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre, High Street, Belfast Glengall, The Gresham Hotel, and Burgh Quay in around 7h 28m.

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