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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Donaghadee is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Donaghadee is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Donaghadee?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Donaghadee. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at The Parade via Ballymena Bus Station and Laganside Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Donaghadee?

The distance between Ballycastle and Donaghadee is 86 miles. The road distance is 69.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Donaghadee without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Ballycastle to Donaghadee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Donaghadee bus from?

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

Where does the Ballycastle to Donaghadee bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Donaghadee bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ballymena Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Donaghadee?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Donaghadee is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Ballycastle to Donaghadee.

Where can I stay near Donaghadee?

There are 230+ hotels available in Donaghadee.

Ballycastle to Donaghadee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Ballycastle to Donaghadee 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 Station131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Lanyon Place0
3. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Bangor0
3h 58m
Drive 69.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Donaghadee69.4 mi
1h 27m
£18–25
Bus, train, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus Station131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Lanyon Place0
3. Take the bus from Lanyon Place [bus stop] to The Parade507 / ...
3h 59m
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Laganside Buscentre218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Laganside Buscentre to The Parade507 / ...
4h 34m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballycastle to Donaghadee.

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Distance: 85.5 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to The Parade via Ballymena Bus Station and Laganside Buscentre in around 4h 34m.

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