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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Groomsport is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Groomsport is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Groomsport?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Groomsport. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Walter Nelson Hall via Laganside Bus Station and Bangor Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Carrickfergus and Groomsport?

No, there is no direct train from Carrickfergus to Groomsport. However, there are services departing from Carrickfergus and arriving at Bangor via Belfast Lanyon Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Groomsport?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Groomsport is 26 miles. The road distance is 24.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Groomsport without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £12 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Carrickfergus to Groomsport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Groomsport bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Groomsport train from?

Carrickfergus to Groomsport train services, operated by Translink, depart from Carrickfergus station.

Train or bus from Carrickfergus to Groomsport?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Groomsport is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £12 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 1 bus, which costs and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Groomsport bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Groomsport bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Bus Station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Groomsport train arrive?

Carrickfergus to Groomsport train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Lanyon Place station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Groomsport?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Groomsport is 25 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Carrickfergus to Groomsport.

Where can I stay near Groomsport?

There are 1142+ hotels available in Groomsport.

Carrickfergus to Groomsport - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 1 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Belfast Lanyon Placetrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Lanyon Place to Bangortrain Re / ...
2h 18m
£12–18
Drive 24.8 mi
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1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Groomsportcar 24.8 mi
38 min
£6–9
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Laganside Bus Stationbus 563e / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Bangor Buscentrebus 1 / ...
3h 44m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrickfergus to Groomsporttaxi 24.8 mi
38 min
£50–65

Carrickfergus to Groomsport by train and bus

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Distance: 26 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Carrickfergus to Walter Nelson Hall via Belfast Lanyon Place, Bangor, and Bangor Buscentre in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Joymount to Walter Nelson Hall via Laganside Bus Station and Bangor Buscentre in around 3h 44m.

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