What is the cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen?

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen?

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Ballybeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Brooklands via Laganside Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Ballybeen is 16 miles. The road distance is 15.6 miles.

How do I travel from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen without a car?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen without a car is to train and line 505 bus which takes 59 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Ballybeen bus from?

Carrickfergus to Ballybeen bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Joymount station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Ballybeen bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Ballybeen bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Ballybeen is 16 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen.

Where can I stay near Ballybeen?

There are 1263+ hotels available in Ballybeen.

Carrickfergus to Ballybeen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 505 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 505 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Lanyon Place1 Lr->Gc / ...
2. Take the bus from Lanyon Place [bus stop] to Brooklands505 / ...
59 min
Drive 15.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen15.5 mi
25 min
£4–6
Bus, line 505 bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Laganside Buscentre563e / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Buscentre to Brooklands505 / ...
1h 26m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrickfergus to Ballybeen15.5 mi
25 min
£35–45

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Distance: 15.8 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland and Ballybeen, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Joymount to Brooklands via Laganside Buscentre in around 1h 26m.

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