How far is it from Rathlin Island to Bushmills?

The distance between Rathlin Island and Bushmills is 16 miles.

How do I travel from Rathlin Island to Bushmills without a car?

The best way to get from Rathlin Island to Bushmills without a car is to travel and line 402 bus which takes 31 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Rathlin Island to Bushmills?

It takes approximately 31 min to get from Rathlin Island to Bushmills, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Bushmills?

There are 866+ hotels available in Bushmills.

Rathlin Island to Bushmills - 2 ways to travel via line 402 bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Rathlin Island to Bushmills by unknown or bus

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Travel, line 402 bus
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1. Walk from Rathlin Island to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridgeunknown
2. Take the bus from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Bushmills War Memorialbus 172 / ...
31 min
Travel, line 402 bus via Kinbane Castle
1. Walk from Rathlin Island to Kinbane Castleunknown
2. Take the bus from Kinbane Castle to Bushmills War Memorialbus 172 / ...
38 min

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Distance: 16.3 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Rathlin Island, Northern Ireland and Bushmills, Northern Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Rathlin Island to Bushmills. However, you can travel to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge then take the line 172 bus to Bushmills War Memorial. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Rathlin Island to Bushmills War Memorial via Kinbane Castle in around 38 min.

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