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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Banbridge is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Banbridge is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Banbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Banbridge. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Church Square via Grand Central Bus Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Banbridge?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Banbridge is 37 miles. The road distance is 35.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Banbridge without a car is to line 0 train and line 238 bus which takes 1h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Carrickfergus to Banbridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Banbridge bus from?

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

Where does the Carrickfergus to Banbridge bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Banbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Banbridge is 35 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Carrickfergus to Banbridge.

Where can I stay near Banbridge?

There are 268+ hotels available in Banbridge.

Carrickfergus to Banbridge - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 0 train

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

Line 0 train, line 238 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Church Square238 / ...
1h 45m
Drive 35.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Banbridge35.1 mi
41 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrickfergus to Banbridge35.1 mi
41 min
£75–90
Train, line 238 bus
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Great Victoria Street1 Lr->Gc / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Banbridge Bus Station238 / ...
1h 50m
Bus, line 238 bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Donegall Place563e / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Church Square238 / ...
2h 6m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 36.5 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland and Banbridge, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Joymount to Church Square via Donegall Place and Grand Central Bus Stand 11 in around 2h 6m.

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