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

The cheapest way to get from Swords to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swords to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swords and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Swords to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Swords Castle and arriving at Dalriada Hospital via Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Swords to Ballycastle?

The distance between Swords and Ballycastle is 165 miles. The road distance is 138.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swords to Ballycastle without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Swords to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swords to Ballycastle bus from?

Swords to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where does the Swords to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Swords to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Belfast Glengall station.

Can I drive from Swords to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Swords to Ballycastle is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Swords to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 386+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

Swords to Ballycastle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Swords to Ballycastle by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain Re
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
6h 3m
Drive 137.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swords to Ballycastlecar 137.8 mi
2h 33m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain Re
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
6h 5m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast Glengallbus
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 / ...
6h 44m

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Distance: 164.1 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Swords Castle to Dalriada Hospital via Airport Zone 15, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Belfast Glengall, Bridge Street, and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre in around 6h 44m.

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