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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street 2 and arriving at Ballycastle Pres Church via Ballymena Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Belfast to Ballycastle?

The distance between Belfast and Ballycastle is 61 miles. The road distance is 53.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Ballycastle without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Belfast to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Ballycastle bus from?

Belfast to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Bridge Street 2 station.

Where does the Belfast to Ballycastle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Ballycastle is 54 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Belfast to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 357+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

Belfast to Ballycastle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Belfast to Ballycastle by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Ballymena1 Gc->Ly / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
2h 29m
Drive 53.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Belfast to Ballycastle53.5 mi
59 min
£14–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena Bus Station218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
2h 50m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Belfast to Ballycastle.

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Distance: 60.6 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballycastle Pres Church via Ballymena Bus Station in around 2h 50m.

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