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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle is to bus which costs £9 - £13 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Carrickfergus Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin station to Carrickfergus Castle station. However, there are services departing from Dublin Busaras Bus Station and arriving at Grand Central Station Stand 11 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Carrickfergus Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle. However, there are services departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Downshire via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle?

The distance between Dublin and Carrickfergus Castle is 126 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £23 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle, including transfers.

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

Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Dublin Busaras Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle train from?

Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Connolly station.

Train or bus from Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle?

The best way to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £13 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle bus arrive?

Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Station Stand 11.

Where does the Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle train arrive?

Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle is 116 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus Castle?

There are 1232+ hotels available in Carrickfergus Castle.

Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Downshiretrain Re / ...
3h 8m
£23–33
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1
3h 50m
£9–12
Drive 115.3 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Carrickfergus Castlecar 115.3 mi
1h 59m
£29–42
Bus via Pottinger's Entry High Street
1. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Belfast Glengallbus 705x
2. Take the bus from Pottinger's Entry High Street to Green Streetbus 263 / ...
3h 58m
£17–22

Dublin to Carrickfergus Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 124.9 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Dublin Connolly to Carrickfergus Castle via Belfast Grand Central and Downshire in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11 hourly. Tickets cost £4 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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