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 30m.

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 30m 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 Buscentre and Adelaide St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Downpatrick?

The distance between Ballycastle and Downpatrick is 83 miles. The road distance is 75.1 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 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m 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 Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Downpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Downpatrick is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Ballycastle to Downpatrick.

Where can I stay near Downpatrick?

There are 337+ 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 Buscentrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Lanyon Placetrain
3. Take the bus from Adelaide St. to Church Streetbus 215 / ...
3h 34m
Drive 74.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Downpatrickcar 74.7 mi
1h 30m
£19–27
Bus, line 215 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Buscentrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Buscentre to High Streetbus 218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Adelaide St. to Church Streetbus 215 / ...
3h 59m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballycastle to Downpatrick.

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Distance: 82.3 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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 Buscentre, High Street, and Adelaide St. in around 3h 59m.

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