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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle station to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Bus Station and arriving at Dalriada Hospital via Bridge Street and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Ballycastle?

The distance between Newcastle and Ballycastle is 93 miles. The road distance is 79.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Ballycastle without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Newcastle to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Ballycastle bus from?

Newcastle to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Newcastle Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Newcastle to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Bedford Street station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Ballycastle is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Newcastle to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 397+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 520 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain Re
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
4h 33m
Drive 79.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newcastle to Ballycastlecar 79.4 mi
1h 41m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Belfast Bedford Streetbus 520 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
5h 6m

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Distance: 92.7 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Dalriada Hospital via Belfast Bedford Street, Bridge Street, and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre in around 5h 6m.

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