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

The cheapest way to get from Doolin to Ballycastle is to bus which costs £45 - £70 and takes 12h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Doolin to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 5h 9m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Doolin and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Doolin to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Doolin and arriving at Marine Corner via ATU Galway, Dawson Street, Monaghan Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 49m.

How far is it from Doolin to Ballycastle?

The distance between Doolin and Ballycastle is 345 miles. The road distance is 237.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Doolin to Ballycastle without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 46m and costs £50 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 10h 46m to get from Doolin to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Doolin to Ballycastle bus from?

Doolin to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Doolin station.

Where does the Doolin to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Doolin to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at ATU Galway station.

Can I drive from Doolin to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Doolin to Ballycastle is 238 miles. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Doolin to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 374+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Doolin to Ballycastle by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Doolin to Ennis B na Trócairebus 350
2. Take the bus from Ennis B na Trócaire to Airport Zone 10bus 712 / ...
3. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast Glengallbus
4. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain Re
5. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
10h 46m
£54–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doolin to Galway Ceanntbus 350
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Derry Bus Stationbus 64
3. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentrebus 234
4. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Marine Cornerbus 402 / ...
12h 16m
£48–67
Drive 236.6 mi
1. Drive from Doolin to Ballycastlecar 236.6 mi
5h 9m
£59–85
Bus via Monaghan
1. Take the bus from Doolin to ATU Galwaybus 350
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Monaghan SCbus
3. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentrebus 278
4. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Marine Cornerbus 402 / ...
11h 49m

Doolin to Ballycastle by bus and train

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10h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 343.4 mi
Duration: 10h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Doolin to Marine Corner via ATU Galway, Monaghan SC, Dawson Street, Monaghan Bus Stn, Monaghan Bus Station, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 11h 49m.

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