What is the cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus?

The cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus?

The fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £26 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Northern Ireland and Carrickfergus?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pottinger's Entry High Street and arriving at Joymount. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between Northern Ireland and Carrickfergus?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Belfast Lanyon Place and arriving at Carrickfergus. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Northern Ireland and Carrickfergus is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

How do I travel from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus without a car?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £6 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus?

The train from Belfast Lanyon Place to Carrickfergus takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus bus from?

Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Pottinger's Entry High Street station.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus train from?

Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Lanyon Place station.

Train or bus from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus is to train which takes 24 min and costs £6 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 46 min.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

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

Where does the Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus is 11 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1205+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Lanyon Place to Carrickfergustrain Re / ...
24 min
£6–9
Drive 10.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Belfast to Carrickferguscar 10.7 mi
15 min
£3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pottinger's Entry High Street to Joymountbus 563e / ...
46 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Belfast to Carrickfergustaxi 10.7 mi
15 min
£26–31

Northern Ireland to Carrickfergus by train

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Distance: 10.8 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

Translink operates a train from Belfast Lanyon Place to Carrickfergus every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Pottinger's Entry High Street to Joymount hourly, and the journey takes 46 min.

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