What is the cheapest way to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus?

The cheapest way to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus?

The fastest way to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Londonderry and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Londonderry station to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Foyle Street Bus Station and arriving at Joymount via St Paul's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Londonderry and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct train from Londonderry to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Londonderry and arriving at Carrickfergus via York Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Londonderry to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Londonderry and Carrickfergus is 102 miles. The road distance is 71.3 miles.

How do I travel from Londonderry to Carrickfergus without a car?

The best way to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £21 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Carrickfergus bus from?

Londonderry to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Foyle Street Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Carrickfergus train from?

Londonderry to Carrickfergus train services, operated by Translink, depart from Londonderry station.

Train or bus from Londonderry to Carrickfergus?

The best way to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £21 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Londonderry to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

Londonderry to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Nelson Street Bus Lane station.

Where does the Londonderry to Carrickfergus train arrive?

Londonderry to Carrickfergus train services, operated by Translink, arrive at York Street station.

Can I drive from Londonderry to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Londonderry to Carrickfergus is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Londonderry to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1204+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Londonderry to York Streettrain Re / ...
2h 29m
£21–30
Drive 70.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Londonderry to Carrickferguscar 70.9 mi
1h 20m
£18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Nelson Street Bus Lanebus 212 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Paul's to Joymountbus 563e / ...
2h 53m
Bus via Europa Bus Centre
1. Take the bus from Derry Foyleside to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2. Take the bus from Pottinger's Entry High Street to Joymountbus 563e / ...
3h 26m

Londonderry to Carrickfergus by train

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Distance: 101.5 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Londonderry, Northern Ireland and Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland?

Translink operates a train from Londonderry to York Street hourly. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Joymount via Nelson Street Bus Lane and St Paul's in around 2h 53m.

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