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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Dublin is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Dublin is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Dublin?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at The Gresham Hotel via Ballymena Buscentre and Europa Bus Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Dublin?

The distance between Ballycastle and Dublin is 279 km. The road distance is 238.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Dublin without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Ballycastle to Dublin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Dublin bus from?

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

Where does the Ballycastle to Dublin bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Dublin bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ballymena Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Dublin is 238 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Ballycastle to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1102+ hotels available in Dublin.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballycastle to Dublin 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 Buscentrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
5h 13m
Drive 238.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Dublincar 238.5 km
2h 47m
€42–60
Bus, train via Dublin Busaras Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Buscentrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 12 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
5h 52m
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 Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus
6h 1m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballycastle to Dublin.

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Distance: 279.4 km
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to The Gresham Hotel via Ballymena Buscentre, High Street, and Europa Bus Centre in around 6h 1m.

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Bus operators

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