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

The cheapest way to get from Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 9 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs £15 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Newtownabbey and Carrickfergus?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Martin Park and arriving at Joymount. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Newtownabbey and Carrickfergus?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jordanstown and arriving at Carrickfergus. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Newtownabbey and Carrickfergus is 4 miles. The road distance is 6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus without a car is to train which takes 10 min and costs £5 - £8.

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

The train from Jordanstown to Carrickfergus takes 10 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus bus from?

Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Martin Park station.

Where do I catch the Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus train from?

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

Train or bus from Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus?

The best way to get from Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus is to train which takes 10 min and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 25 min.

Where does the Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Joymount station.

Where does the Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus train arrive?

Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Carrickfergus station.

Can I drive from Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus is 6 miles. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Newtownabbey to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1204+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

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Duration: 10 min

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

Translink operates a train from Jordanstown to Carrickfergus every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Martin Park to Joymount hourly, and the journey takes 25 min.

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