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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Belfast Castle is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Belfast Castle is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £20 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Belfast Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Joymount and arriving at Parkmount. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Belfast Castle?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Belfast Castle is 11 miles. The road distance is 8.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Belfast Castle without a car is to bus which takes 56 min and costs .

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

The bus from Joymount to Parkmount takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

Where does the Carrickfergus to Belfast Castle bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Belfast Castle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Parkmount station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Belfast Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Belfast Castle is 9 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Carrickfergus to Belfast Castle.

Where can I stay near Belfast Castle?

There are 1296+ hotels available in Belfast Castle.

Carrickfergus to Belfast Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Parkmountbus 563 / ...
56 min
Drive 8.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Belfast Castlecar 8.5 mi
17 min
£3
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to York Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from St Paul's to Donegall Park Avenuebus 2A / ...
58 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrickfergus to Belfast Castletaxi 8.5 mi
17 min
£20–25

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Distance: 11.1 mi
Duration: 56 min

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

Translink operates a bus from Joymount to Parkmount hourly, and the journey takes 29 min.

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