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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Ballycastle is to bus which costs £26 - £35 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Dalriada Hospital via Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Kildare to Ballycastle?

The distance between Kildare and Ballycastle is 209 miles. The road distance is 169 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Ballycastle without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 56m and costs £35 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Kildare to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Ballycastle bus from?

Kildare to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare station.

Where does the Kildare to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Kildare to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Airport Zone 16 station.

Can I drive from Kildare to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Ballycastle is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Kildare to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 374+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kildare to Cherry Orchardtrain Re / ...
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 / ...
6h 56m
£35–50
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain Re
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
7h 9m
£21–134
Drive 168 mi
1. Drive from Kildare to Ballycastlecar 168 mi
3h 33m
£42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Airport Zone 16bus 726
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 / ...
7h 49m
£26–34

Kildare to Ballycastle by train and bus

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6h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.4 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Kildare to Dalriada Hospital via Airport Zone 16, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Belfast Glengall, Bridge Street, and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre in around 7h 49m.

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