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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Balmoral is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Balmoral is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Balmoral?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Balmoral. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Malone Park via Donegall Square East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Carrickfergus and Balmoral?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carrickfergus and arriving at Balmoral. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Balmoral?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Balmoral is 13 miles. The road distance is 14.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Balmoral without a car is to train and bus which takes 45 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Carrickfergus to Balmoral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Balmoral bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Balmoral train from?

Carrickfergus to Balmoral train services, operated by Translink, depart from Carrickfergus station.

Train or bus from Carrickfergus to Balmoral?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Balmoral is to bus which takes 1h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can line 0 train, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Balmoral bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Balmoral bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Donegall Place station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Balmoral train arrive?

Carrickfergus to Balmoral train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Balmoral station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Balmoral?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Balmoral is 14 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Carrickfergus to Balmoral.

Where can I stay near Balmoral?

There are 1245+ hotels available in Balmoral.

Carrickfergus to Balmoral - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Balmoral by train, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Botanic1 Lr->Gc / ...
2. Take the bus from Bradbury Place to Malone Park9A / ...
45 min
Drive 14 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Balmoral14 mi
19 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Donegall Place563e / ...
2. Take the bus from Donegall Square East to Malone Park9A / ...
1h 8m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrickfergus to Balmoral14 mi
19 min
£30–40
Line 0 train
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Balmoral0
48 min
£6–9

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 13.4 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

You can take a bus from Joymount to Malone Park via Donegall Place and Donegall Square East in around 1h 8m. Alternatively, Translink operates a train from Carrickfergus to Balmoral every 2 hours. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 48 min.

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