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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Kilrea is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Kilrea is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Kilrea?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Kilrea. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Church Street via Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Kilrea?

The distance between Ballycastle and Kilrea is 42 miles. The road distance is 25.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Kilrea without a car is to bus and line 116 bus which takes 2h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Ballycastle to Kilrea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Kilrea bus from?

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

Where does the Ballycastle to Kilrea bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Kilrea?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Kilrea is 26 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Ballycastle to Kilrea.

Where can I stay near Kilrea?

There are 250+ hotels available in Kilrea.

Ballycastle to Kilrea - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 116 bus, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Ballycastle to Kilrea by bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, line 116 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Church Streetbus 116 / ...
2h 34m
Drive 25.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Kilreacar 25.4 mi
35 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballycastle to Kilreataxi 25.4 mi
35 min
£55–65

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 42 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to Church Street via Coleraine Buscentre in around 2h 34m.

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