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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballyclare is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballyclare is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £25 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Ballyclare?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Carrickfergus Train Station [bus stop] station and arriving at Main Street. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Ballyclare?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Ballyclare is 16 miles. The road distance is 11 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Ballyclare without a car is to bus which takes 32 min and costs .

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

The bus from Carrickfergus Train Station [bus stop] to Main Street takes 32 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Ballyclare bus from?

Carrickfergus to Ballyclare bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Carrickfergus Train Station [bus stop].

Where does the Carrickfergus to Ballyclare bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Ballyclare bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Main Street station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Ballyclare?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Ballyclare is 11 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Carrickfergus to Ballyclare.

Where can I stay near Ballyclare?

There are 1220+ hotels available in Ballyclare.

Carrickfergus to Ballyclare - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Ballyclare by bus, taxi, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Carrickfergus Train Station [bus stop] to Main Street168b
32 min
Drive 11 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Ballyclare11 mi
17 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrickfergus to Ballyclare11 mi
17 min
£25–31

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carrickfergus to Ballyclare.

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Distance: 15.5 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

Translink operates a bus from Carrickfergus Train Station [bus stop] to Main Street twice daily, and the journey takes 32 min.

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