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How to get fromDrogheda to Ballycastleby train, bus, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Drogheda to Ballycastle by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Centraltrain train Ic
    2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain train Re
    3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus bus 131 / ...
    4h 37m

  2. Drive 117 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Drogheda to Ballycastlecar car 117 mi
    2h 15m
    £29–42

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  • Distance: 142.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 37m

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

There is no direct connection from Drogheda to Ballycastle. However, you can take the train to Belfast Grand Central, take the train to Ballymena, walk to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre, then take the bus to Dalriada Hospital. Alternatively, you can drive from Drogheda to Ballycastle in around 2h 15m.

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