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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Ballycastle is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 14 and arriving at Ballycastle via Enniskillen and Ballina Humbrt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Ballina via Connolly, Dublin Heuston and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

How far is it from Belfast to Ballycastle?

The distance between Belfast and Ballycastle is 301 km. The road distance is 278.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Ballycastle without a car is to bus which takes 7h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Belfast to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Ballycastle bus from?

Belfast to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 14.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Ballycastle train from?

Belfast to Ballycastle train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Ballycastle?

The best way to get from Belfast to Ballycastle is to bus which takes 7h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €85 and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Belfast to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Belfast to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Enniskillen Bus Station.

Where does the Belfast to Ballycastle train arrive?

Belfast to Ballycastle train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Ballycastle is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Belfast to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 137+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Enniskillen Bus Stationbus 261 / ...
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen to Ballina Humbrtbus 458
7h 38m
Drive 278.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Belfast to Ballycastlecar 278.9 km
3h 31m
€50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Manulla Junctiontrain 804 / ...
8h 58m
€57–82

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Distance: 300.6 km
Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Ballycastle via Enniskillen and Ballina Humbrt in around 7h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballycastle via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Manulla Junction, Ballina, and Ballina Bus Stn in around 8h 58m.

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