What is the cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy?

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy?

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Ballintoy?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Ballintoy Gospel Hall via Ulster University Belfast and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Ballintoy is 90 miles. The road distance is 53.2 miles.

How do I travel from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy without a car?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy without a car is to train and line 402 bus which takes 3h 35m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Ballintoy bus from?

Carrickfergus to Ballintoy bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Joymount station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Ballintoy bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Ballintoy is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy.

Where can I stay near Ballintoy?

There are 765+ hotels available in Ballintoy.

Carrickfergus to Ballintoy - 3 ways to travel via train, line 402 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Ballintoy by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 402 bus
best
1. Take the train from York Street to Colerainetrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Ballintoy Gospel Hallbus 172 / ...
3h 35m
Drive 52.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Ballintoycar 52.9 mi
1h 5m
£14–19
Bus, line 402 bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Ulster University Belfastbus 563 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulster University Belfast to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218
3. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Ballintoy Gospel Hallbus 172 / ...
4h 55m

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Distance: 89.1 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland and Ballintoy, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Joymount to Ballintoy Gospel Hall via Ulster University Belfast and Coleraine Buscentre in around 4h 55m.

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