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

The cheapest way to get from Portstewart to Carrickfergus is to bus which costs £12 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portstewart to Carrickfergus is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Portstewart and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Portstewart to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Portstewart Promenade and arriving at Joymount via Coleraine Buscentre and St Paul's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Portstewart to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Portstewart and Carrickfergus is 78 miles. The road distance is 54.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portstewart to Carrickfergus without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 49m and costs £20 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Portstewart to Carrickfergus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portstewart to Carrickfergus bus from?

Portstewart to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where does the Portstewart to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portstewart to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Portstewart to Carrickfergus is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Portstewart to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1155+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

Portstewart to Carrickfergus - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portstewart to Carrickfergus by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Portstewart Promenade to Coleraine Buscentrebus 278 / ...
2. Take the train from Coleraine to York Streettrain Re / ...
2h 49m
£20–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Nelson Street Bus Lanebus 218
2. Take the bus from St Paul's to Joymountbus 563e / ...
4h 8m
£11
Drive 54 mi
1. Drive from Portstewart to Carrickferguscar 54 mi
1h 7m
£14–20

Portstewart to Carrickfergus by bus and train

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 77.5 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Portstewart Promenade to Joymount via Coleraine Buscentre, Nelson Street Bus Lane, and St Paul's in around 4h 8m.

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