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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Downpatrick is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Downpatrick is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Downpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Downpatrick. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Church Street via Ballymena Bus Station and Adelaide Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Downpatrick?

The distance between Ballycastle and Downpatrick is 91 miles. The road distance is 74.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Downpatrick without a car is to bus and train and line 215 bus which takes 3h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Ballycastle to Downpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Downpatrick bus from?

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

Where does the Ballycastle to Downpatrick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Downpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Downpatrick is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Ballycastle to Downpatrick.

Where can I stay near Downpatrick?

There are 333+ hotels available in Downpatrick.

Ballycastle to Downpatrick - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 215 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Ballycastle to Downpatrick 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, line 215 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus Station131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Central0
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Church Street215 / ...
3h 24m
Drive 74.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Downpatrick74.2 mi
1h 32m
£19–27
Bus, line 215 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to High Street218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Adelaide Street to Church Street215 / ...
3h 47m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 90 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to Church Street via Ballymena Bus Station, High Street, and Adelaide Street in around 3h 47m.

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