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

The cheapest way to get from Lisburn to Ballycastle is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lisburn to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Lisburn and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Lisburn station to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 14 and arriving at Ballycastle via Enniskillen and Ballina Humbrt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Lisburn and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct train from Lisburn to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Hilden and arriving at Ballina via Portadown, Connolly, Dublin Heuston and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

How far is it from Lisburn to Ballycastle?

The distance between Lisburn and Ballycastle is 311 km. The road distance is 265.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lisburn to Ballycastle without a car is to bus which takes 8h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 58m to get from Lisburn to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lisburn to Ballycastle bus from?

Lisburn to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 14.

Where do I catch the Lisburn to Ballycastle train from?

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

Train or bus from Lisburn to Ballycastle?

The best way to get from Lisburn to Ballycastle is to bus which takes 8h 58m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €90 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Lisburn to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Lisburn to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Enniskillen Bus Station.

Where does the Lisburn to Ballycastle train arrive?

Lisburn to Ballycastle train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Lisburn to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Lisburn to Ballycastle is 265 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Lisburn to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 138+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

Lisburn to Ballycastle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lisburn to Ballycastle by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Enniskillen Bus Stationbus 261 / ...
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen to Ballina Humbrtbus 458
8h 58m
Drive 265.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lisburn to Ballycastlecar 265.4 km
3h 26m
€47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Portadown to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Manulla Junctiontrain 804 / ...
9h 14m
€62–89

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Distance: 310.9 km
Duration: 8h 58m

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

You can take a train from Hilden to Ballycastle via Belfast Great Central, Grand Central Station Stand 14, Enniskillen, and Ballina Humbrt in around 8h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Hilden to Ballycastle via Portadown, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Manulla Junction, Ballina, and Ballina Bus Stn in around 9h 14m.

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