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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Dalriada Hospital via Ulster University Belfast and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Ballycastle?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Ballycastle is 70 miles. The road distance is 47.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballycastle without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Carrickfergus to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Ballycastle bus from?

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

Where does the Carrickfergus to Ballycastle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Ballycastle is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Carrickfergus to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 395+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Carrickfergus 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 14m
Drive 47 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Ballycastlecar 47 mi
1h 7m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Ulster University Belfastbus 563 / ...
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 31m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrickfergus to Ballycastletaxi 47 mi
1h 7m
£95–120

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Distance: 69.1 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Joymount to Dalriada Hospital via Ulster University Belfast and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre in around 4h 31m.

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