What is the cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle?

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle?

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus Castle and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Scotch Quarter and arriving at Dalriada Hospital via Ulster University Belfast and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle?

The distance between Carrickfergus Castle and Ballycastle is 71 miles. The road distance is 47.6 miles.

How do I travel from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle without a car?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 25m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle bus from?

Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Scotch Quarter station.

Where does the Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ulster University Belfast station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 393+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from York Street to Ballymenatrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
3h 25m
Drive 47.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastlecar 47.4 mi
1h 7m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Scotch Quarter to Ulster University Belfastbus 263 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulster University Belfast to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
4h 36m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrickfergus Castle to Ballycastletaxi 47.4 mi
1h 7m
£95–120

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Distance: 70.3 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Carrickfergus Castle, Northern Ireland and Ballycastle, Northern Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Carrickfergus Castle to Dalriada Hospital via Scotch Quarter, Ulster University Belfast, and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre in around 4h 36m.

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