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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Clones is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Clones is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Clones?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Clones. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Analore Street via Coleraine Buscentre and Monaghan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Clones?

The distance between Ballycastle and Clones is 223 km. The road distance is 148.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Clones without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Ballycastle to Clones, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Clones bus from?

Ballycastle to Clones bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Market Street station.

Where does the Ballycastle to Clones bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Clones bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Coleraine Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Clones?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Clones is 148 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Ballycastle to Clones.

Where can I stay near Clones?

There are 82+ hotels available in Clones.

Ballycastle to Clones - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ballycastle to Clones by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 2 to Jubilee Roadbus 271
5h 41m
Drive 148.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Clonescar 148.1 km
2h 8m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 278
6h 12m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballycastle to Clones.

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Distance: 223.1 km
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to Analore Street via Coleraine Buscentre and Monaghan Bus Station in around 6h 12m.

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