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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Killala is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Killala is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs €45 - €75.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Killala?

The distance between Ballycastle and Killala is 323 km. The road distance is 278 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Killala without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 12m to get from Ballycastle to Killala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Killala bus from?

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

Where does the Ballycastle to Killala bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Killala?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Killala is 278 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Ballycastle to Killala.

Where can I stay near Killala?

There are 126+ hotels available in Killala.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Killala?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Killala. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Killala via Coleraine Buscentre, Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre, Sligo Bus Station and Ballina, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.

There are 4 ways to get from Ballycastle to Killala 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 Coleraine Buscentre171 / ...
2. Take the train from Coleraine to Derry-Londonderry0
3. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Sligo Bus Station64
4. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Ballina Humbert Street458
9h 12m
Drive 278 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Killala278 km
3h 47m
€49–71
Bus, train via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus Station131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Central0
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
4. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to SligoRe / ...
5. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Kilglass458
11h 27m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Coleraine Buscentre171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Derry Londonderry Bus Station234
3. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Sligo Bus Station64
4. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Ballina Bus Station458
10h 22m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballycastle to Killala.

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Distance: 322.9 km
Duration: 9h 12m

What companies run services between Ballycastle, Northern Ireland and Killala, IE-MO, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Market Street to Killala via Coleraine Buscentre, Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre, Sligo Bus Station, and Ballina, Bus Station in around 10h 22m.

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