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

The cheapest way to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Londonderry and Carrickfergus Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Londonderry station to Carrickfergus Castle. However, there are services departing from Foyle Street Bus Station and arriving at Green Street via St Paul's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Londonderry and Carrickfergus Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle. However, there are services departing from Londonderry and arriving at Downshire via York Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle?

The distance between Londonderry and Carrickfergus Castle is 103 miles. The road distance is 71.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £21 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle?

The best way to get from Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £21 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus Castle?

There are 1204+ hotels available in Carrickfergus Castle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Londonderry to York Streettrain Re / ...
2h 41m
£21–30
Drive 71.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castlecar 71.3 mi
1h 21m
£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 Green Streetbus 563 / ...
3h 1m
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 Scotch Quarterbus 263 / ...
3h 31m

Londonderry to Carrickfergus Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 102.7 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Londonderry, Northern Ireland and Carrickfergus Castle, 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 Carrickfergus Castle via Nelson Street Bus Lane, St Paul's, and Green Street in around 3h 1m.

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