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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Dalriada Hospital via Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

How far is it from Galway to Ballycastle?

The distance between Galway and Ballycastle is 290 miles. The road distance is 205.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Ballycastle without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 8h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 54m to get from Galway to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Ballycastle bus from?

Galway to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Stn station.

Where does the Galway to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Galway to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Airport Zone 11 station.

Can I drive from Galway to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Ballycastle is 205 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Galway to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 383+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

Galway to Ballycastle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Galway to Ballycastle by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Airport Zone 11bus 760 / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast Glengallbus
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 218 / ...
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
8h 54m
Drive 203.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galway to Ballycastlecar 203.9 mi
4h 38m
£51–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain Re
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
8h 54m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Cathedral to Monaghan SCbus
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentrebus 278
3. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Marine Cornerbus 402 / ...
9h 20m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Derry Bus Stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentrebus 234
3. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Marine Cornerbus 402 / ...
9h 24m

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Distance: 288.3 mi
Duration: 8h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Dalriada Hospital via Airport Zone 11, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Belfast Glengall, Bridge Street, and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre in around 8h 54m.

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