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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Maghera is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Maghera is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Maghera?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Maghera. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at 17-25 Coleraine Road via Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Maghera?

The distance between Ballycastle and Maghera is 51 miles. The road distance is 34.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Maghera without a car is to bus and line 116 bus which takes 2h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Ballycastle to Maghera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Maghera bus from?

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

Where does the Ballycastle to Maghera bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Maghera bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Coleraine Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Maghera?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Maghera is 35 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Ballycastle to Maghera.

Where can I stay near Maghera?

There are 183+ hotels available in Maghera.

Ballycastle to Maghera - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 116 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballycastle to Maghera by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 116 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to 17-25 Coleraine Roadbus 116 / ...
2h 53m
Drive 34.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Magheracar 34.5 mi
50 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballycastle to Magherataxi 34.5 mi
50 min
£70–90

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Distance: 51.2 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Ballycastle, Northern Ireland and Maghera, Mid Ulster, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Market Street to 17-25 Coleraine Road via Coleraine Buscentre in around 2h 53m.

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