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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Ballycastle is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Henry Street and arriving at Ballycastle via Galway Cathdrl and Ballina Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Ballina via Portarlington and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Limerick to Ballycastle?

The distance between Limerick and Ballycastle is 238 km. The road distance is 219.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Ballycastle without a car is to bus via Galway which takes 6h 6m and costs .

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

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

Where do I catch the Limerick to Ballycastle bus from?

Limerick to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Henry Street station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Ballycastle train from?

Limerick to Ballycastle train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick station.

Train or bus from Limerick to Ballycastle?

The best way to get from Limerick to Ballycastle is to bus via Galway which takes 6h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Limerick to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Limerick to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt station.

Where does the Limerick to Ballycastle train arrive?

Limerick to Ballycastle train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Limerick to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Ballycastle is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Limerick to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 138+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

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

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

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Bus via Galway
best
1. Take the bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceanntbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Ballina Bus Stnbus Ng01
6h 6m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to ATU Galwaybus 51
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Ballina Humbrtbus 430
7h
€33–61
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Manulla Junctiontrain 804 / ...
7h 41m
€44–62
Drive 219.6 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Ballycastlecar 219.6 km
2h 40m
€38–54

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Distance: 238.4 km
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Limerick, Ireland and Ballycastle, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Henry Street to Ballycastle via Galway Ceannt, Galway Cathdrl, and Ballina Bus Stn in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Limerick to Ballycastle via Portarlington, Manulla Junction, Ballina, and Ballina Bus Stn in around 7h 41m.

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