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

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurles to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Thurles and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurles to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Dalriada Hospital via Portlaoise JFL Ave, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

How far is it from Thurles to Ballycastle?

The distance between Thurles and Ballycastle is 263 miles. The road distance is 217 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurles to Ballycastle without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Thurles to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Ballycastle bus from?

Thurles to Ballycastle bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, depart from Thurles station.

Where does the Thurles to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Thurles to Ballycastle bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Kellyville Park station.

Can I drive from Thurles to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurles to Ballycastle is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Thurles to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 386+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain Re
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
7h 25m
Drive 215.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thurles to Ballycastlecar 215.7 mi
4h 45m
£53–76
Train, bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymenatrain Re
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
7h 57m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thurles to Kellyville Parkbus
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Airport Zone 16bus 726
3. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast Glengallbus
4. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 218 / ...
5. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to Dalriada Hospitalbus 131 / ...
9h 56m

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Distance: 261.8 mi
Duration: 7h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Thurles to Dalriada Hospital via Kellyville Park, Portlaoise JFL Ave, Airport Zone 16, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Belfast Glengall, Bridge Street, and Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre in around 9h 56m.

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